Talen Energy Receives Regulatory Clearance for Freedom and Guernsey Acquisitions

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Talen Energy (NASDAQ: TLN) announced regulatory clearance from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and the Department of Justice for its acquisitions of the Freedom Generating Station (Pennsylvania) and Guernsey Power Station (Ohio).

The Acquisitions will selectively add nearly 2.9 gigawatts of modern combined‑cycle baseload generation in PJM, intended to diversify cash flow and supply low‑carbon, grid‑supported capacity to hyperscale data centers and large commercial off‑takers.

FERC approval was granted on November 7, 2025 and the Hart‑Scott‑Rodino waiting period expired on November 17, 2025. The transactions remain subject to customary closing conditions and are anticipated to close before the end of November 2025.

Positive

• Adds nearly 2.9 GW of modern baseload generation
• FERC approval received on Nov 7, 2025
• Hart‑Scott‑Rodino waiting period expired on Nov 17, 2025
• Targets diversified cash flow and low‑carbon capacity for hyperscale data centers

Negative

• Acquisitions remain subject to customary closing conditions
• Closing is anticipated but not guaranteed before end of November 2025

HOUSTON, Nov. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Talen Energy Corporation (“Talen,” “we,” or “our”) (NASDAQ: TLN), a leading independent power producer, today announced that it has received regulatory clearance from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (“FERC”) and the Department of Justice (the “DOJ”) for its previously announced acquisitions (the “Acquisitions”) of the Freedom Generating Station in Pennsylvania and the Guernsey Power Station in Ohio, both natural gas fired combined cycle generation plants in PJM.

The Acquisitions will selectively add nearly 2.9 gigawatts of modern, highly efficient baseload generation to Talen’s fleet, provide additional cash flow diversification to the business, and enhance Talen’s ability to offer reliable, scalable, grid-supported, and regionally diverse low-carbon capacity to hyperscale data centers and large commercial off-takers.

“I am pleased to announce that we have received the key regulatory clearances necessary to close on Talen’s highly accretive acquisition of the Freedom and Guernsey plants,” said Talen’s President and Chief Executive Officer, Mac McFarland. “These are two of the most modern gas plants in PJM -- their addition to the Talen fleet gives us two important assets to help execute our ‘Talen flywheel’ strategy.”

Talen received FERC approval for the Acquisitions on November 7 and the waiting period for DOJ review under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976 expired on November 17. The Acquisitions remain subject to customary closing conditions, which Talen expects to promptly be satisfied, and are anticipated to close before the end of November.

About Talen

Talen Energy (NASDAQ: TLN) is a leading independent power producer and energy infrastructure company dedicated to powering the future. We own and operate approximately 10.3 gigawatts of power infrastructure in the United States, including 2.2 gigawatts of nuclear power and a significant dispatchable fossil fleet. We produce and sell electricity, capacity, and ancillary services into wholesale U.S. power markets, with our generation fleet principally located in the Mid-Atlantic and Montana. Our team is committed to generating power safely and reliably delivering the most value per megawatt produced. Talen is also powering the digital infrastructure revolution. We are well-positioned to serve this growing industry, as artificial intelligence data centers increasingly demand more reliable, clean power. Talen is headquartered in Houston, Texas. For more information, visit https://www.talenenergy.com/.

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FAQ

What did Talen Energy (TLN) announce on November 18, 2025 about the Freedom and Guernsey acquisitions?

Talen announced regulatory clearance from FERC and the DOJ for the Freedom (PA) and Guernsey (OH) acquisitions, adding nearly 2.9 GW to its PJM fleet.

When did FERC approve Talen's acquisitions of Freedom and Guernsey (TLN)?

FERC approval was granted on November 7, 2025.

What DOJ/Hart‑Scott‑Rodino milestone did TLN clear and when?

The Hart‑Scott‑Rodino Antitrust waiting period expired on November 17, 2025.

How much capacity will Talen (TLN) add with the Freedom and Guernsey plants?

The two combined‑cycle plants will add nearly 2.9 gigawatts of baseload capacity in PJM.

Will the Freedom and Guernsey acquisitions immediately close after clearance for TLN?

No; the transactions remain subject to customary closing conditions and are anticipated to close before the end of November 2025.

What strategic benefits did Talen cite for buying Freedom and Guernsey (TLN)?

Talen said the plants provide cash flow diversification and additional low‑carbon, grid‑supported capacity for hyperscale data centers and large commercial off‑takers.