Arlington County and the City of Alexandria entered into a joint representation agreement on Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026, to intervene in the State Corporation Commission (SCC) proceeding on NextEra's acquisition of Dominion Energy Inc.
"Arlington and Alexandria share common interests in championing reliable, affordable, and equitable clean energy for the residents and businesses we serve," said County Board Chair Matt de Ferranti. "We are proud to stand together to put forward a unified voice in advocating for just and reasonable rates, reliable service, and the clean energy future our Commonwealth deserves."
"This acquisition would have significant implications for the millions of Virginians who rely on these utilities. Their needs and interests must remain at the center of this process," said Mayor Alyia Gaskins. "By participating directly in these proceedings, Arlington and Alexandria can bring our local perspective and expertise to the table, ensure the impacts on our communities are fully considered, and advocate for an outcome that protects Virginia customers."
NextEra Energy and Dominion Energy filed a joint merger petition with the SCC on July 15, 2026. If approved, the $67 billion acquisition would be the largest energy merger in United States history and would create the largest regulated electric utility in the world.
The combined company would serve approximately 10 million customers across Virginia, Florida, North Carolina, and South Carolina, including about 2.7 million households in Virginia. Alexandria announced its intervention in August 2026, followed by Arlington County in September.
Public witness testimony begins Nov. 5 in Richmond, with additional testimony on Nov. 9 and 10. Nov. 2 is the last day to file as a public witness, and Nov. 9 is the deadline for written comments. A final decision is expected in early 2027.