A developer has scrapped plans to build a 1,2400-MW gas-fired generator in central Pennsylvania after environmental groups challenged the plant’s permits.

Clean energy orgs, nonprofits and social justice groups called on the TVA to reconsider its plan to build a natural gas plant to replace its largest coal plant.

FERC opened an inquiry over whether utility customers should pay for dues of trade associations that seek policies that may be contrary to consumers’ interests.

The Center for Biological Diversity has sued the TVA over contributions it makes to trade associations and industry groups, arguing a misuse of ratepayer funds.