On Wednesday, the Energy Right team attended the Power Talk: Virginia’s Energy Priorities event at the World Trade Center in Norfolk, featuring Congresswoman Jen Kiggans and Virginia Department of Energy Director Glen Davis. Congresswoman Kiggans highlighted her role as Vice Chair of the Conservative Climate Caucus, which is rebranding as the Conservative Energy Caucus. She emphasized the Department of Defense’s energy priorities, while also voicing support for renewable projects across Virginia—including Dominion’s offshore wind partnership with the U.S. Navy at Naval Air Station Oceana. Director Davis closed the discussion by presenting key statistics on Virginia’s energy landscape. He pointed to stagnating energy output following the 2020 passage of the Virginia Clean Economy Act (VCEA), stressing the need for repeal or significant reform. He also noted progress in piloting small modular reactors in areas such as Chesterfield. Most notably, Davis underscored ongoing challenges within the PJM interconnection queue, where an estimated 53,000 MW of projects are awaiting approval, yet only about 5% are expected to come online. #VirginiaEnergy #EnergyRight (fb)

On Wednesday, September 3, Pastures and Panels: The Power of Solar Grazing premieres in Charlottesville. Join us at Common House for a film screening, panel discussion, and evening reception. Doors open at 5 PM. You can RSVP here: (fb)