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Department of Energy Mandates Centralia Unit 2 Remain Available for Operation for Additional 90 Days

By The Northwire Desk — AI Analysis Jun 15, 2026 · 07:00 TA · 18.76 TRANSALTA CORPORATION

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Executive Summary

TransAlta Corporation confirmed that its subsidiary, TransAlta Centralia Generation LLC, received a mandatory order from the U.S. Department of Energy.
The order requires Centralia Unit 2 in Washington State to remain available for operation for a 90-day period, concluding on September 13, 2026.
TransAlta will comply with the directive and coordinate with the DOE and Washington state government regarding implementation.

Key Details

Issuing Authority: United States Department of Energy
Affected Asset: Centralia Unit 2 (Washington State)
Mandate: Remain available for operation
Duration: 90 days
Expiration Date: September 13, 2026
Company Response: Full compliance and ongoing coordination with the U.S. Department of Energy and Washington state government

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