Large transmission line to cut through Virginia forests and farmland
A large 115-mile transmission line project, the Valley Link, is planned to cut through nine Virginia counties from Lynchburg to Richardsville, to meet rising energy demands largely fueled by data centers. The project faces significant opposition from landowners and environmental groups concerned about its impact on property, landscapes, and sensitive habitats. Government entities like the State Corporation Commission and Virginia DEQ will review the project, which is a partnership involving Dominion Energy and others.


