Economy

Appalachian has not yet launched its shared solar program, but the minimum bill in Dominion Energy’s program has been a point of contention since it began in 2020.

The company, which offers warehousing, distribution and other supply-chain services, will add 25 jobs and build a new warehouse in the New River Valley Commerce Park.

The regional consortium grew out of a federal grant competition funded by the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022. The U.S. Economic Development Authority solicited entries from groups around the country seeking to develop their own “tech hubs” in various industries.

Mountain Valley says Southgate is needed to deliver natural gas to North Carolina. Opponents argue that the proposal has changed from the original plan and needs a brand-new regulatory review.

The utility said inflation and higher fuel costs are among the reasons for the requested increase.

Munters Corp. will build a new 200,000-square-foot facility on 30 acres next to its current location at the Botetourt Center at Greenfield.

Developer Ed Walker said he’s “disappointed” that things didn’t work out further with Artspace, but he is still committed to delivering affordable space to artists at his Southeast Roanoke multiuse development.

Officials are considering whether an existing transmission line could handle all of the projects that developers have asked to connect to the electric grid.

Peyton Sellers, a Danville local, is the first director of U.S. operations for RBW EV Cars.