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Data center developer wants to reboot a Potomac River power plant with natural gas

TeraWulf, an Eastern Shore developer, plans to acquire and redevelop the retired Morgantown Generating Station in Charles County, Maryland, converting it to natural gas to power data centers. The proposal, which aims to restore a gigawatt of generation and add battery storage, has stirred local and environmental concerns while state officials pledge support. The deal requires approval from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and faces objections from advocacy groups.