Old Power Plants, New Possibilities
FEATURE
Many power plants across Pennsylvania have closed over the years, but some of those properties still have valuable infrastructure in place: transmission lines, roads, rail connections, and access to water. The Pennsylvania Accelerated Transmission and Energy Redevelopment (PATER) Study is exploring how these sites could support new energy investments and economic opportunities.
A preliminary report released by the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) identified 21 promising candidates for further evaluation from an initial pool of 76 retired power plants:
- Nearly all are within about a mile of high-voltage power lines
- All but three are near an active railroad, and all but two are near a major highway
- All 21 are close to high-speed fiber internet lines
- Nine have more than 100 acres available
This month, Team Pennsylvania joined our partners at the PUC to share the preliminary findings and engage stakeholders in a discussion about the opportunities ahead. As the study moves into Part B, the focus turns to evaluating which sites offer the greatest potential for redevelopment and how Pennsylvania can make the most of these existing assets.
TEAM PENNSYLVANIA IN ACTION
Action Manufacturing: Built for Defense
Bristol, PA
Team Pennsylvania’s Abby Smith and Patrick Marty toured Action Manufacturing in Bristol to see firsthand the precision and expertise behind Pennsylvania’s defense manufacturing industry. Led by CEO Sean Gibbs, the visit highlighted the skilled people and specialized capabilities that make Pennsylvania manufacturers essential to supporting our nation’s defense. . . READ MORE.
Dunmore: Where Manufacturing Tradition Meets Innovation
Bristol, PA
During a visit to Dunmore in Bristol, Team Pennsylvania saw firsthand how experienced manufacturing professionals are sharing their knowledge with the next generation, helping bridge decades of hands-on expertise with emerging technologies like AI. The visit also highlighted the people-centered leadership of Team PA Board Vice Chair Ronn Cort. . . READ MORE.
Advanced Coating: Strengthening Manufacturing Through Collaboration
Mechanicsburg, PA
Team Pennsylvania visited Advanced Coating Technologies in Mechanicsburg to learn how specialized manufacturers play an essential role in Pennsylvania’s supply chains. Owner Michael Bartlett shared his approach to growing the business and his commitment to collaboration among regional manufacturers. . . READ MORE.
WE’RE HIRING
We’re Hiring a Life Sciences Director
We’re hiring a Life Sciences Director to launch and lead our statewide life sciences portfolio. Interested or know someone who might be? . . . APPLY HERE.
AROUND THE OFFICE
Staff Spotlight: Emmanuel Kraft
Meet Emmanuel Kraft, our Manager of Impact & Innovation. Emmanuel joined the team full-time in August after his summer fellowship, and he supports our Cross-Sector Collaboratives.
New Office
We have a new home! Team Pennsylvania has moved to 303 Walnut Street, Suite 204, in Harrisburg. If you find yourself in Strawberry Square, stop by and say hello.