What is cherokee generating station?

Cherokee Generating Station, also known as the Cherokee Power Plant, is a coal-fired power plant located in Denver, Colorado, United States. The plant was built in the late 1950s and consists of four units that can generate up to 689 megawatts of electricity. The ownership of the plant has changed several times over the years, with the plant currently owned by Xcel Energy. The plant has faced criticism from environmental groups for its contribution to air and water pollution, and Xcel Energy has announced plans to retire the plant's coal-fired units by 2025 and replace them with renewable energy sources. The closure of the plant is expected to have a significant impact on the local community as it currently employs over 200 workers.