After Years-Long Community Objection, Dairyland Power Pulls the Plug on NTEC Gas Plant

SUPERIOR, Wisconsin — Today, Dairyland Power Coop announced the cancellation of plans for NTEC, which was proposed to be built on the shores of Lake Superior, and asked the Wisconsin Public Service Commission (PSC) to withdraw its permits.

The Core Event

The Nemadji Trail Energy Center (NTEC), a 625 MW natural gas plant, has faced years of public pushback from local residents, Dairyland Power customers, members of the Fond du Lac and Red Cliff Bands of Lake Superior Chippewa, and environmental groups.

Key Facts

SUPERIOR, Wisconsin — Today, Dairyland Power Coop announced the cancellation of plans for NTEC, which was proposed to be built on the shores of Lake Superior, and asked the Wisconsin Public Service Commission (PSC) to withdraw its permits.

Context & Significance

The Nemadji Trail Energy Center (NTEC), a 625 MW natural gas plant, has faced years of public pushback from local residents, Dairyland Power customers, members of the Fond du Lac and Red Cliff Bands of Lake Superior Chippewa, and environmental groups.

Outlook

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