Boosted by a recent $2.4 million grant, the Virginia Nuclear Innovation Hub is continuing its work to identify workforce and technology needs for the next generation of nuclear power.
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Data center campus announced for Wythe County
Some details have yet to be finalized, but the project will be developed in the county’s Progress Park. Officials say it will bring high-tech, high-wage jobs to the region.
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‘Balcony solar’ bill among state commission’s energy recommendations to General Assembly
Virginia’s Commission on Electric Utility Regulation on Thursday recommended state lawmakers take up a slate of bills related to energy when they convene in January.
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Regulators approve Dominion Energy rate increase
The average residential customer bill will go up $13.60 over the next two years, which is about 30% less than the company applied for.
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Regulators OK Appalachian Power bill increase to cover renewable energy costs
The increase will allow the company to recover about $69 million associated with projects that are either making electricity now or will come online between March 2026 and February 2027.
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Appalachian Power plans grid upgrades in New River Valley
The electric utility says updating its circa-1940s equipment will improve reliability for customers.
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Regulators give Appalachian Power green light to incur small modular nuclear reactor site costs
The electric utility has said it is evaluating a location in Campbell County along the James River for a potential SMR but has not decided whether to pursue building one.