(Richmond, VA) -- Virginia lawmakers are promoting new energy storage investments in the state, aiming to store electricity during off-peak hours and deploy it during high-demand periods. Rebecca Hughes with more.Preview: Voicer Script:
The bills passed by the General Assembly raise targets for energy storage proposals by Dominion Energy and Appalachian Power over the next 20 years, distinguishing between short and long-duration storage. The Cardinal News reports the legislation allows for flexibility in adjusting goals based on technology viability and achievability. Energy storage technologies include batteries, hydropower, and compressed air, with developers like Hydrostor eyeing Virginia for potential projects to support renewable energy integration and grid reliability.