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Virginia Officials Give Go-Ahead for 3-GW Dominion Energy Gas-Fired Power Station

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Briefings

Virginia state officials approved a plan to construct a 3,000-MW natural gas-fired power plant at the Cumberland Energy Center in Cumberland County, Virginia, near Richmond. The vote occurred on October 20, 2026, with 3-1 support from Cumberland County supervisors. This represents a significant infrastructure expansion for the region's energy grid.

Key points

• Cumberland County supervisors voted 3-1 on October 20, 2026, to approve the Cumberland Energy Center, a 3,000-MW natural gas-fired power plant.
• The project is located in central Virginia near the James River and is being developed by Dominion Energy.

Context

This approval marks a major step for Virginia's energy infrastructure, positioning the state to expand its renewable capacity and support regional economic growth through new industrial facilities.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to the specific Cumberland County vote on October 20, 2026, with no details on construction timelines, environmental impact assessments, or long-term operational plans provided.

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