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Projects vie for federal abandoned mine grant funds
Every year, Virginia receives $10 million from the federal government for projects to redevelop land that was home to abandoned coal mines. This fall, 18 different projects applied for funding — all seeking to become models for coalfield communities recovering from the industry’s slow collapse. The applications received by V[...]
Two more solar plants coming to Danville
Two five-megawatt AC solar power plants are being built in Danville and will support 125 jobs in Virginia, the city announced today. The two solar projects — Irish Road Solar and Whitmell Solar — will span 100 acres and will generate an estimated 23,886,000 kilowatt-hours annually — enough energy to supply energy to 59,000 homes […]
Appalachian Power awards $57,500 in economic development grants
Appalachian Power awarded a total of $57,500 to nine Virginia organizations through the energy company’s Economic Development Growth Enhancement (EDGE) program, the Southern Virginia Regional Alliance (SVRA) announced Friday. SVRA was awarded $16,500 for marketing materials and videos of the southern region and regional mega-sites. “We are thankful for the support that Appalachian Power provides […][...]
Shenandoah University installs largest rooftop solar array among Va. universities
The university estimates the solar panels will net $1.5 million in electricity savings per year during the next 35 years.
Dominion, Smithfield joint venture becomes largest supplier of renewable natural gas
The companies are investing $500 billion in the methane conversion project.
Dominion Energy Charity Classic golf tournament kicks off this week
Tournament will benefit veterans' charities, including Virginia Values Veterans program
State approves four new solar farms
Projects will generate combined 192 megawatts of electricity.
What’s the big (or small) idea?
Dominion Energy's Innovation Expo encourages employees to pitch projects like entrepreneurs
Dominion files proposal for 220 offshore wind turbines
If approved, it would be the largest U.S. wind energy project, generating enough power for 650,000 homes.
Northam outlines clean energy goals for Virginia
Governor wants 30% of state's electricity to come from renewables by 2030.
Back to the future?
Unlikely allies call for deregulation, but Virginia’s been here before
