PacifiCorp plans to significantly increase solar and wind energy generation alongside a phased retirement of 20 of its 24 coal units and add battery storage for the first time, according to the utility’s draft 20-year plan.
“This plan allows us to continue to deliver the reliable and low-cost energy our customers need as we embark on a phased and well-managed coal transition that minimizes impacts to our thermal operations workforce and communities,” said Rick Link, vice president of resource planning and acquisitions for PacifiCorp, which operates in six western states.