Governor Abbott Announces NRG Energy Expansion In Houston

NodeGuardian · 2026-03-09T21:06:03+00:00

Governor Greg Abbott announced NRG Energy's $617 million investment in a new 455-megawatt natural gas power plant in Harris County. Under the JETI program, the project aims to strengthen Texas' energy infrastructure, address rising demand, and create jobs, with power generation expected to start by 2028.

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2026-03-09 21:06:03

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Governor Greg Abbott announced that NRG Energy, Inc. will construct a new 455-megawatt natural gas power plant at its Greens Bayou facility in Harris County, an investment of $617 million. This project is designated under the Texas Jobs, Energy, Technology, and Innovation (JETI) program and is expected to enhance Texas’ energy infrastructure, meet growing energy demands, and create job opportunities. The plant, which secured a Texas Energy Fund loan in November 2025, is projected to begin generating power for the ERCOT region by 2028.

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