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NRG Wins Texas Backing for 721 MW Natural Gas Plant Southeast of Houston

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Houston-based NRG Energy Inc. has secured state funding to build a 721 MW natural gas plant southeast of Houston that could begin generating power in 2028.

Pie chart showing ERCOT electricity generation by source through June 2025. Combined cycle natural gas leads at 30.6%, followed by wind at 26.6%, solar at 13.2%, coal at 12.7%, nuclear at 9.0%, gas at 6.7%, and under 2% from biomass, hydropower, and other sources. Data from the Electric Reliability Council of Texas.

At A Glance:

  • Project targeting 2028 startup
  • PUCT funding 60% of $936 million cost
  • Houston zone gaining dispatchable generation boost

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