ORANGE, Texas — Entergy Texas’ Orange County Advanced Power Station has transformed into the foundation of Southeast Texas’ energy future.
Construction of the state-of-the-art facility, designed to generate 1,215 megawatts of power, is more than 60% complete overall, with construction surpassing 30%. The project remains on track to power more than 230,000 homes by June 2026.
“Since breaking ground in 2023, our dedicated teams have made tremendous progress, completing much of the underground work and shifting focus to above-ground construction,” said John Watts, senior project engineer. “This milestone reflects the incredible work of our teams and partners and includes the safe delivery and installation of equipment critical to the project’s success.”
To bring the project to life, construction requires the following materials:
- Over 1.3 million feet of electrical cables
- More than 43,000 feet of underground piping
- Nearly 2,000 tons of steel
- Over 22,000 cubic yards of concrete
“This facility is a cornerstone of our strategy to modernize our infrastructure and provide reliable and more sustainable power,” said Jim Malain, customer service manager. “Its fuel efficiency will generate more than $1 billion in savings for our customers during its lifetime, making a real difference in the communities we serve.”
OCAPS is an investment in Southeast Texas. During construction, the project will generate more than 7,000 indirect jobs and, once operational, will support 27 permanent roles. By leveraging modern, fuel-efficient technologies, OCAPS will help reduce emissions while providing the reliable power that communities need.
Learn more about Entergy Texas’ vision of an affordable, sustainable, and resilient energy future for Southeast Texas by visiting entergy.com/entergypowerstexas.
