Dominion Energy Proposes New Solar and Energy Storage Projects for Virginia Customers

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Dominion Energy Virginia has proposed nearly two dozen solar and energy storage projects in its annual clean energy filing, aiming to generate over 800 megawatts (MW) of power, enough for 200,000 homes. The initiative is expected to create approximately 4,800 jobs and generate over $920 million in economic benefits. The projects aim to enhance renewable energy use, leading to reduced fuel costs for Virginia customers. The projects require state and local approvals and are projected to be completed between 2023 and 2025, adding an estimated $0.38 to residential bills.

Positive

• Proposal includes 800 MW of clean energy, enough for 200,000 homes.
• Projected to support 4,800 jobs and generate over $920 million in economic benefits.
• Initiative aims to reduce fuel costs for customers in Virginia.
• Projects align with the Virginia Clean Economy Act to generate 100% carbon-free electricity by 2045.

Negative

• Projects are expected to add $0.38 to the average residential customer's monthly bill.

• Proposed projects exceed 800 megawatts, enough to power more than 200,000 homes
• Projects will support nearly 4,800 jobs and more than $920 million in economic benefits
• Increasing use of renewables reduces fuel costs for Virginia customers

RICHMOND, Va., Oct. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In its third annual clean energy filing with the Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC), Dominion Energy Virginia on Friday proposed nearly two dozen new solar and energy storage projects for Virginia customers. If approved, the projects will provide more than 800 megawatts (MW) of carbon-free electricity, enough to power more than 200,000 Virginia homes at peak output.

The proposal includes 10 solar and energy storage projects, totaling nearly 500 MW, that will be owned and operated by Dominion Energy Virginia. The proposal also includes power purchase agreements (PPAs) with 13 solar and energy storage projects, totaling more than 300 megawatts, that are owned by independent developers. The PPAs were selected through a competitive solicitation process.

"These projects are another big step in delivering clean, affordable and reliable energy to our customers," said Ed Baine, President of Dominion Energy Virginia. "The clean energy transition is bringing jobs and economic opportunity to communities across Virginia, and it's reducing fuel costs for our customers. That's a win-win for our customers and the communities we serve."

Construction of the projects is projected to support nearly 4,800 clean energy jobs and will generate more than $920 million in economic benefits across Virginia. Additional details about the utility-owned projects are below:

Utility-Scale Solar
Bridleton Solar	20 MW	Henrico County	Acquired from Vega Renewables, LLC
Cerulean Solar	62 MW	Richmond County	To be acquired from Strata Clean Energy
Courthouse Solar	167 MW	Charlotte County	Acquired from NOVI Energy
King's Creek Solar	20 MW	York County	Acquired from KDC Solar Virginia
Moon Corner Solar	60 MW	Richmond County	Developed by Dominion Energy Virginia
North Ridge Solar	20 MW	Powhatan County	Acquired from North Ridge Powhatan Solar, LLC
Southern Virginia Solar	125 MW	Pittsylvania County	Acquired from Strata Clean Energy
Distributed Solar
Ivy Landfill Solar	3 MW	Albemarle County	To be acquired from Community Power Group
Racefield Solar	3 MW	James City County	Acquired from Hexagon
Utility-Scale Energy Storage
Shands Storage	15.7 MW	Sussex County	Acquired from East Point Energy

In addition to SCC approval, the proposed utility-owned projects require local and state permits before construction may begin. If approved, the projects are expected to be completed between 2023 and 2025, and will add approximately $0.38 to the average residential customer's monthly bill. Dominion Energy Virginia's rates remain below the national, mid-Atlantic and east coast averages. As the company develops more renewables, which require no fuel, customers will see the benefit of lower fuel costs on their monthly bills.

The projects will help meet the requirements of the Virginia Clean Economy Act's (VCEA) renewable portfolio standard, which requires Dominion Energy Virginia to generate 100% of its electricity from carbon-free sources by 2045. Additionally, two of the projects – Kings Creek Solar and Ivy Solar – will be built on previously developed land in support of the VCEA's requirement for at least 200 MW of solar on brownfield sites.

About Dominion Energy

About 7 million customers in 15 states energize their homes and businesses with electricity or natural gas from Dominion Energy (NYSE: D), headquartered in Richmond, Va. The company is committed to safely providing reliable, affordable and sustainable energy and to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050. Please visit DominionEnergy.com to learn more.

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FAQ

What are the new projects proposed by Dominion Energy Virginia for Virginia customers?

Dominion Energy Virginia proposed nearly two dozen solar and energy storage projects totaling over 800 megawatts of clean energy.

How many jobs will the proposed projects support?

The proposed projects are expected to support approximately 4,800 jobs.

What economic benefits will the projects bring to Virginia?

The projects are projected to generate over $920 million in economic benefits.

What is the timeline for the completion of the proposed energy projects?

If approved, the projects are expected to be completed between 2023 and 2025.

How will the projects impact residential electricity bills in Virginia?

The projects are projected to add approximately $0.38 to the average residential customer's monthly bill.