Changes

In 2010, PPI and its electric distribution cooperatives adopted a renewable energy strategy that encouraged studying the opportunity of converting the [[Pearl Station]] to [[Coal plant conversion projects|biomass]]. In 2010, PPI received a construction permit to install and operate equipment to prepare greater amounts of biomass fuels for use in the plant. PPI is now preparing and burning greater quantities of 10% biofuels in the plant. PPI said it is waiting for impending EPA regulations to determine if full biomass conversion is more economic than burning coal.<ref>[http://www.ppi.coop/environmental/renewables/ "Renewable Energy Programs and Activities"] Prairie Power Inc. Website, accessed June 2011.</ref>