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Virginia Panel Backs Dominion Energy Gas Plant, Raising Concerns About Long-Term Electric Bill Charges

Virginia Panel Backs Dominion Energy Gas Plant, Raising Concerns About Long-Term Electric Bill Charges

The Cumberland County Planning Commission in Virginia has voted 5-1 to back Dominion Energy's proposal for the Cumberland Energy Center, a 3-gigawatt natural gas plant. This decision marks a significant step for the project, which, if approved by state regulators, could see its costs passed on to customers through their electric bills. Dominion Energy spokesperson Jeremy Slayton indicated that the plant is expected to begin operations in 2033 or 2034. As a regulated utility, Dominion typically places the costs of new generation assets into its rate base, meaning households would pay for the project through their monthly electricity bills. Before proceeding, the plan requires approval from the State Corporation Commission and an air permit from the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality.
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Texas Approves $14 Billion Permian Basin Power 'Superhighway' Amidst Controversy

Texas Approves $14 Billion Permian Basin Power 'Superhighway' Amidst Controversy

Texas Approves $14 Billion Permian Basin Power 'Superhighway' Amidst Controversy
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DOE Selects Four Companies for Nuclear Energy Launch Pad Program to Advance Diverse Nuclear Technologies

DOE Selects Four Companies for Nuclear Energy Launch Pad Program to Advance Diverse Nuclear Technologies

The Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Nuclear Energy and the National Reactor Innovation Center (NRIC) have announced the first four companies selected for the Nuclear Energy Launch Pad program. These companies are Deployable Energy, General Matter, NuCube Energy, and Radiant Industries. The selections were made from an initial pool of applicants to the Reactor Pilot Program and Fuel Line Pilot Program, which served as precursors to the current initiative. The Nuclear Energy Launch Pad aims to broaden the scope of supported nuclear technologies beyond just reactor and fuel development, encompassing a wider range of applications. NRIC Director Brad Tomer stated that the program is designed to create more pathways, flexibility, and opportunities for promising nuclear technologies to move from development to deployment. Inclusion in this program grants these companies access to enhanced technical, regulatory, and deployment support from NRIC.
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House Energy and Commerce Committee Advances Six Nuclear Energy Bills

House Energy and Commerce Committee Advances Six Nuclear Energy Bills

The U.S. House Energy and Commerce (E&C) Committee has advanced six nuclear energy bills to the full chamber, demonstrating bipartisan support for strengthening the nation's nuclear industry. These bills address various aspects of nuclear energy, including fuel recycling, uranium enrichment, licensing procedures, and transparency. Key legislation includes the Nuclear Recycling Efficient Fuels Utilizing Expedited Licensing (REFUEL) Act (H.R. 3978), which aims to amend the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to streamline the reprocessing of spent nuclear fuel. The American Enrichment Deployment Act (H.R. 9612) seeks to update licensing for uranium enrichment facilities, while the Nuclear Advisory Committee Reform Act (H.R. 9613) would modify the role of the Advisory Committee on Reactor Safeguards. Additionally, the Efficient Nuclear Licensing Hearings Act (H.R. 5549) aims to make hearings on nuclear facility applications more efficient, and the Department of Energy Nuclear Transparency Act (H.R. 9084) seeks to incre...
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LG Energy Solution Secures 10-Year U.S. Lithium Supply Deal to Bolster Domestic Battery Production

LG Energy Solution Secures 10-Year U.S. Lithium Supply Deal to Bolster Domestic Battery Production

LG Energy Solution Secures 10-Year U.S. Lithium Supply Deal to Bolster Domestic Battery Production
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Cornish Lithium Hires Halliburton for Geothermal Lithium Drilling in UK

Cornish Lithium Hires Halliburton for Geothermal Lithium Drilling in UK

Cornish Lithium Hires Halliburton for Geothermal Lithium Drilling in UK
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House Energy and Commerce Committee Advances Six Nuclear Energy Bills, Including Transparency Measure by Rep. Kathy Castor

House Energy and Commerce Committee Advances Six Nuclear Energy Bills, Including Transparency Measure by Rep. Kathy Castor

The U.S. House Energy and Commerce (E&C) Committee has advanced six nuclear energy bills to the full chamber. These bills address various aspects of the nuclear industry, including nuclear fuel recycling, uranium enrichment, licensing procedures, and transparency. Among the legislation passed is the bipartisan Department of Energy Nuclear Transparency Act (H.R. 9084), introduced by U.S. House Energy Subcommittee Ranking Member Kathy Castor (D-FL). This bill aims to increase transparency regarding the U.S. Department of Energy’s authorizations of certain nuclear facilities. Other bills advanced include the Nuclear Recycling Efficient Fuels Utilizing Expedited Licensing (REFUEL) Act (H.R. 3978), the American Enrichment Deployment Act (H.R. 9612), the Nuclear Advisory Committee Reform Act (H.R. 9613), the Efficient Nuclear Licensing Hearings Act (H.R. 5549), and the NRC Staff Pay Alignment Act (H.R. 9614). Committee members, including Chairman U.S. Rep. Brett Guthrie (R-KY) and Ranking Member Frank Pallone Jr...
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Oklo Files Emergency Request with FERC After PJM Drops Virginia Nuclear Project

Oklo Files Emergency Request with FERC After PJM Drops Virginia Nuclear Project

Oklo Files Emergency Request with FERC After PJM Drops Virginia Nuclear Project
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U.S. Ports and Companies Partner with UK to Explore Nuclear-Powered Transatlantic Container Shipping

U.S. Ports and Companies Partner with UK to Explore Nuclear-Powered Transatlantic Container Shipping

U.S. Ports and Companies Partner with UK to Explore Nuclear-Powered Transatlantic Container Shipping
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East Point Energy Cancels Tewksbury Battery Project Due to High Interconnection Costs

East Point Energy Cancels Tewksbury Battery Project Due to High Interconnection Costs

East Point Energy has canceled its proposed Hillman Energy Center, a large battery energy storage system in Tewksbury, Massachusetts. The decision came after the company was informed it would face an unexpected $65 million charge to connect the project to the electric grid, more than triple its initial estimate. The project, which would have housed 134 lithium-ion batteries with a collective capacity of 125 megawatts, was intended to store excess electricity and release it during peak demand, supporting Massachusetts' clean energy goals. State officials and climate advocates view this cancellation as a significant setback, highlighting the exorbitant costs associated with connecting new clean energy projects to New England's aging and congested power grid. While local residents who opposed the project due to safety concerns celebrated the decision, state Energy and Environmental Affairs Secretary Rebecca Tepper had previously warned that high interconnection costs could deter investment in the region.
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California rocket launches are booming. How you can shape what's next

California rocket launches are booming. How you can shape what's next

Want a say in the future of rocket launches in California and across the US? Here's how you can weigh in on the Trump administration's objectives.
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Texas Railroad Commission Appoints David Lindley as New Oil and Gas Division Director

Texas Railroad Commission Appoints David Lindley as New Oil and Gas Division Director

The Texas Railroad Commission (RRC) has announced the appointment of David Lindley as the new director of its Oil and Gas Division. This division is responsible for overseeing Texas' oil and natural gas exploration and production activities, ensuring compliance with commission rules designed to protect public safety, conserve natural resources, and prevent waste. Lindley previously served as the Assistant Director of Field Operations within the same division, bringing nearly three decades of experience in oil and gas production, operations, and engineering. His expertise spans major U.S. oil and gas fields. The RRC highlighted that Lindley will guide the division's strategic direction, strengthen operations, support employees, and advance the agency's mission. The RRC also recently elected Commissioner Christi Craddick as Chairman of the three-member commission, reaffirming her leadership of the state's oldest regulatory agency.