EIA: “In a highly populated area that requires significant backup power in reserve, it may be more cost-effective to upgrade the transmission system”

Dominion Virginia Power won the rights to develop 2,000 MW of offshore wind in federal waters. But due to high costs and state policies, the utility is making no promises.

By Rich Heidorn Jr. PJM Insider WASHINGTON – Large electric cooperatives and public power agencies must begin reporting their “surplus” power trades to the ...