Evergy extends coal plants to power Midwest data centers as utility tariffs align

With tariff approvals reducing financial uncertainty for data center projects, Evergy is securing long-term use of existing coal generation to serve the region's growing demand for power-intensive computing facilities.

First covered Aug 14, 2026 · 5:30 AM PT · 1 article

Evergy extends coal plants to power Midwest data centers as utility tariffs align — Image via latitudemedia.com

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5h Latitude Media In the Midwest, more coal power for data centers — As utility tariff approvals make data center pipelines less speculative, Evergy doubles down on existing plants.

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eia.gov Emissions Report (eia.gov)

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Appeared in: 2026-08-14 (#1)

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