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Trump Administration Keeps Aging Coal Plant Amid Criticism

9/28/2025

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The Trump administration ordered the Eddystone coal plant in Pennsylvania to stay online.
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission approved a plan to raise electricity prices to cover about $70 million annually.
Environmental groups criticize the decision, saying it will raise electricity rates.
Experts warn aging coal plants raise costs and health risks. The average U.S. coal plant is 44 years old.

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Story summary

The Trump administration ordered the Eddystone coal plant in Pennsylvania to stay online.
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission approved a plan to raise electricity prices to cover about $70 million annually.
Environmental groups criticize the decision, saying it will raise electricity rates.
Experts warn aging coal plants raise costs and health risks. The average U.S. coal plant is 44 years old.