Consumer Advocate calls for proof that Alliant gas plant is cost effective

Concerned citizens group organizes ahead of Nov. 17 hearing on natural gas plant

Scott County residents are preparing for a state board's hearing in November on whether a rural energy cooperative can locate a natural gas power plant in rural Scott County.

Alliant plans $3.5B in new Iowa gas generation. Critics want proof it’s needed.

Alliant Energy’s proposed Iowa gas plants -- including one proposed in Cerro Gordo County -- face scrutiny over need, cost and who will pay as the utility prepares for growing electricity demand from data centers.

Consumer Advocate calls for proof that Alliant gas plant is cost effective

The Office of Consumer Advocate is asking the Iowa Utilities Commission to require additional information before approving a certificate for a gas peaker plant. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)