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Rise Light & Power to Transform Former Coal-Fired Power Plant into Clean Energy Hub, Connecting Offshore Wind to New Jersey's Electric Grid

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Friday, September 17, 2021

The acquisition of the former Werner coal plant continues Rise's mission to transform aging energy infrastructure into hubs of clean energy.

Key Points: 
  • The acquisition of the former Werner coal plant continues Rise's mission to transform aging energy infrastructure into hubs of clean energy.
  • "Rise Light & Power is committed to helping New Jersey achieve its ambitious clean energy goals," said Clint Plummer, CEO of Rise Light & Power.
  • "The state's bold vision calls for a responsible, affordable solution to delivering offshore wind energy to the state electric grid.
  • And it will demonstrate how a legacy power plant site can be transformed into a hub of clean energy."