Gov. Spanberger unveils plan to expand Virginia’s power supply
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger unveiled an energy plan to expand electricity generation and transmission, including nuclear and renewable projects, amid rising demand. The State Corporation Commission recently required data centers to cover transmission costs associated with their power needs, helping protect residential ratepayers from those expenses.
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger announced a plan to expand the state’s power supply and transmission infrastructure as electricity demand rises. The proposal includes investments in nuclear and renewable generation and is intended to support economic growth while maintaining grid reliability and controlling costs for households.
Spanberger highlighted a recent Virginia State Corporation Commission decision requiring data centers to pay transmission costs tied to their electricity demand. State officials said the policy will prevent residential customers from subsidizing large electricity users while allowing Virginia to attract new investment and jobs.