CORE Electric Cooperative said Tuesday that it’s exercising its right under agreements with Xcel Energy to withdraw its ownership in the coal plant in Pueblo.
“We disagree with CORE’s claims and expect to address them through the legal process. Generation at Comanche 3 is very important for all customers and we value all our partners who help provide safe, reliable and affordable energy,” Xcel Energy spokeswoman Michelle Aguayo said in an email.
“We will not lose any available power as a result of pulling out of Comanche 3 because the power still has to be supplied,” Baudier said. “Because of all the operational issues we’ve had with Comanche, the costs have been higher. We expect ultimately to reduce power costs as a result of our exit from Comanche.”