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July 22, 2024

Virginia State Corporation Commission (VA SCC)

Dominion’s OSW Project to Cost $9.8B, up from $8B
Dominion Energy said the cost of its Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project has increased by more than 20% to $9.8 billion.
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GOP Wins in Va. Raise Questions About State’s Climate Policy
Republican gains in Virginia's elections raise questions about the state’s commitment to reaching 100% carbon-free electricity by 2050.
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Wind and Solar to Make up Half of Virginia Electricity by 2040
Virginia researchers' report on a new computer model shows that the state is on track to zero out its carbon emissions by 2050 and meet targets set by the VCEA.
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Report: Dominion Must Ramp up Energy Efficiency Under VCEA
A report found that Dominion can meet the VCEA’s 1.25% energy savings target for 2022, but the utility admitted it's unlikely to meet the 5% target for 2025. 
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Sparks Fly at Virginia SCC Hearing on Appalachian Power’s Coal Plants
The Sierra Club urged the Virginia SCC to reject APCo’s bid for $31.6 million in environmental costs for two coal-fired plants, saying they should be retired.
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Dominion Criticized for ‘Slow Walking’ Demand Side Management
Dominion Energy admitted it is likely to fall short of Virginia's energy savings requirements, while environmental groups urged more aggressive measures.
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Virginia SCC Gives IOUs a Pass on RPS Plans — for Now
The Virginia State Corporation Commission on April 30 gave Dominion Energy the go-ahead to spend $10.4 million to build three solar projects totaling 82 MW.
Virginia Legislators Act to Curb Vehicle Emissions
Virginia lawmakers have approved legislation to tighten vehicle emission standards and promote electric vehicles.
Rural Virginia School Districts Skeptical of Electric Buses
New legislation offers Virginia schools a chance to replace polluting diesel buses with electric ones, but battery issues are a roadblock.
Costco Stays with Dominion, Va. Commission Rules
In a ruling that highlights rifts in Virginia’s electricity sector, the State Corporation Commission rejected Costco’s bid to buy power across state lines.

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