Craig Coal Plant Gets Three-Month Reprieve | Grand Junction News

Grand Junction News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Oct 2, 2026 · 1m

Federal officials have ordered the Craig coal plant to remain operational for an additional three months, extending its operations until Christmas Day. This marks the fourth emergency extension for the plant, which Tri-State Generation initially aimed to close by December 2025. Energy Secretary Chris Wright emphasized the need for reliable fossil fuel sources amidst pressures for renewable energy. Both Tri-State and environmental groups are contesting these orders, complicating Colorado's www.TheDailyNewsNow.com This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting and…