Tag: transmission_infrastructure

Virginia Mandates Data Centers Pay for Dedicated Energy Infrastructure

5 Aug 2026 12:42 p.m. · Source: Office of Virginia Governor

Virginia's SCC mandates data centers to fund their dedicated transmission infrastructure, a move championed by Governor Abigail Spanberger. This decision is projected to save Virginia families and businesses hundreds of millions in energy costs, ensuring fair contributions from large-load users.

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Virginia Governor Urges Data Centers to Pay for Infrastructure Upgrades

23 Jul 2026 3:31 p.m. · Source: Office of Virginia Governor

Governor Abigail Spanberger is pushing Virginia regulators to make data centers cover the costs of new transmission infrastructure, aiming to protect families and small businesses from higher electricity bills. This unusual direct intervention seeks to ensure industry, not ratepayers, funds…

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