I&M Files Proposal to Acquire Diverse Generation to Meet Future Energy Need

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Indiana Michigan Power (I&M), an AEP company, has filed with the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC) to acquire the 870-megawatt Oregon Clean Energy Center, a natural gas plant in Oregon, Ohio. This acquisition is part of I&M's Future Ready plan to meet growing energy demands.

The company projects power demand to surge from 2,800 MW in 2024 to over 7,000 MW by 2030. The Oregon facility acquisition aims to provide stable power for 24/7 operational requirements of existing and new customers.

I&M currently operates a diverse generation portfolio including solar, wind, nuclear, coal, and hydroelectric units. The company serves over 600,000 customers and delivered more than 85% emission-free energy in 2023. Their current capacity includes 2,278 MW of nuclear, 450 MW of wind, 22 MW of hydro, 35 MW of solar, and 1,497 MW of coal-fueled generation. A decision from IURC is expected in early 2026.

FORT WAYNE, Ind., April 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Indiana Michigan Power (I&M), an American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) company, has made a filing with the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC) requesting approval of a certificate of public convenience and necessity (CPCN) to acquire the Oregon Clean Energy Center, an existing 870 megawatt (MW) natural gas plant located in Oregon, Ohio. 

I&M's filing explains the need to acquire the facility, details about the plant, and future operating plans, if approved. Through the CPCN process the IURC will ensure that the proposed plant acquisition is in the public interest and is just and reasonable.

The proposal to acquire the Oregon Clean Energy Center and its 870 MW of natural gas-fueled electric generation is one component of I&M's Future Ready plan, which details the resources needed to provide I&M customers reliable and affordable energy today and into the future.

"I&M has established the need for additional electric generation, and we believe the Oregon Clean Energy Center is an important opportunity to further diversify our current generation portfolio and position I&M for future growth," said Steve Baker, I&M president and chief operating officer. "It is our responsibility to ensure that our current and future customers have reliable and affordable power."

I&M is currently navigating an unprecedented time in its history. As the company looks ahead, power demand is expected to more than double the Indiana peak from approximately 2,800 MW in 2024 to more than 7,000 MW in the 2030 timeframe. The rapid growth in energy demand provides an opportunity for I&M to reshape the way it serves current customers and those the company will serve decades into the future.

The Oregon facility, if approved, will provide a stable source of power to meet the 24 hours per day x 7 days per week operational requirements of our existing customers and the new customers coming on to the I&M system.

I&M's current generation portfolio incorporates a diverse mix of resources, including solar, wind, nuclear, coal and hydroelectric units. The company's vision for the future is to implement an "all of the above" approach to providing a reliable, resilient, and stable electric power system that customers can access affordably. 

Additional benefits to this approach are that it supports economic development, stable energy costs, and access to new technologies. 

I&M anticipates a decision from the IURC on the filing in early 2026. The company will submit additional filings to the IURC throughout 2025 to request approval for additional resources that are consistent with the Future Ready Plan.

For more information on I&M's Future Ready Plan, visit our website.

Indiana Michigan Power (I&M) is headquartered in Fort Wayne, and its approximately 2,000 employees serve more than 600,000 customers. More than 85% of its energy delivered in 2023 was emission-free. I&M has at its availability various sources of generation including 2,278 MW of nuclear generation in Michigan, 450 MW of purchased wind generation from Indiana, more than 22 MW of hydro generation in both states and approximately 35 MW of large-scale solar generation in both states. The company's generation portfolio also includes 1,497 MW of coal fueled generation.

About American Electric Power (AEP)
Our team at American Electric Power is committed to improving our customers' lives with reliable, affordable power. We are investing $54 billion from 2025 through 2029 to enhance service for customers and support the growing energy needs of our communities. Our nearly 16,000 employees operate and maintain the nation's largest electric transmission system with 40,000 line miles, along with more than 225,000 miles of distribution lines to deliver energy to 5.6 million customers in 11 states. AEP also is one of the nation's largest electricity producers with approximately 29,000 megawatts of diverse generating capacity. We are focused on safety and operational excellence, creating value for our stakeholders and bringing opportunity to our service territory through economic development and community engagement. Our family of companies includes AEP Ohio, AEP Texas, Appalachian Power (in Virginia, West Virginia and Tennessee), Indiana Michigan Power, Kentucky Power, Public Service Company of Oklahoma, and Southwestern Electric Power Company (in Arkansas, Louisiana, east Texas and the Texas Panhandle). AEP also owns AEP Energy, which provides innovative competitive energy solutions nationwide. AEP is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. For more information, visit aep.com.

News releases and other information about I&M are available at IndianaMichiganPower.com

 

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FAQ

How much will I&M's power demand increase by 2030 according to the latest filing?

I&M projects power demand to increase from approximately 2,800 MW in 2024 to more than 7,000 MW by 2030, representing a 150% increase in peak demand.

What is the capacity of the Oregon Clean Energy Center that I&M plans to acquire?

The Oregon Clean Energy Center is an 870-megawatt natural gas plant located in Oregon, Ohio.

What percentage of I&M's energy delivery was emission-free in 2023?

More than 85% of I&M's energy delivered in 2023 was emission-free.

What is the current generation capacity breakdown for I&M's portfolio?

I&M's portfolio includes 2,278 MW nuclear, 450 MW wind, 22 MW hydro, 35 MW solar, and 1,497 MW coal-fueled generation.

When does I&M expect the IURC decision on the Oregon Clean Energy Center acquisition?

I&M anticipates a decision from the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC) in early 2026.