Melissa Dawson’s Post

Dominion Energy has activated the Dry Bridge Energy Storage, a 20 MW / 80 MWh battery project in Chesterfield County, Virginia. It is now the largest active battery energy storage facility in the state, capable of powering around 5,000 homes. The project, acquired from East Point Energy in September 2021, aligns with Virginia's Clean Economy Act (VCEA), which mandates 100% of Dominion's electricity sales to be emissions-free by 2045. The Dry Bridge project aims to support the integration of renewable energy into the grid by firming up intermittent sources and providing energy during peak demand. This utility-scale storage facility is expected to enhance energy distribution, reducing costs for consumers. Dominion Energy emphasizes the importance of dispatchable resources like Dry Bridge in meeting VCEA targets and ensuring grid reliability. Additionally, Dominion Energy is making strides in solar energy, with a proposal for over a dozen new solar projects, adding 772 MW to the grid. This push toward renewables aligns with the broader goal of transitioning to a clean energy future in Virginia. If approved, Dominion will have over 4.6 GW of solar capacity in the state, equivalent to powering more than 1.1 million homes at peak output. . . . . #solarenergy #cleanenergy #solarsales #lifebydesign