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New Hampshire's Merrimack Station Shuts Down, Goes Green

10/22/2025

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The Merrimack Station coal-fired power plant in New Hampshire ceased operations on September 12, 2025, ahead of its scheduled closure.
The shutdown ends coal energy production in New England, driven by financial and environmental pressures.
The plant operated since the 1960s and failed emissions tests in 2023, indicating significant pollution.
Granite Shore Power plans to convert the site to renewable energy and battery storage, creating jobs amid policy uncertainty.

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Story summary

The Merrimack Station coal-fired power plant in New Hampshire ceased operations on September 12, 2025, ahead of its scheduled closure.
The shutdown ends coal energy production in New England, driven by financial and environmental pressures.
The plant operated since the 1960s and failed emissions tests in 2023, indicating significant pollution.
Granite Shore Power plans to convert the site to renewable energy and battery storage, creating jobs amid policy uncertainty.