The Virginian government (United States) has released the 2018 Virginia Energy Plan, which provides recommendations and a strategic vision for the state's energy policy over the next 10-year period. The government aims at developing 3,000 MW of onshore wind and solar PV capacity by 2022 and 2,000 MW of offshore wind online by 2028.
Besides, Virginian utilities are invited to collectively invest US$115m/year in energy efficiency programmes, with a focus on modernising the power grid and promoting the development of innovative technologies.
The plans also include expanding Virginia’s existing solar and wind programmes, developing new solar purchase options for corporate customers and small businesses, increasing energy efficiency financing opportunities, establishing electric vehicle targets, and working with stakeholders to evaluate energy storage options. Where Virginia’s state agencies are concerned, the Virginia Energy Plan proposes a 16% renewable procurement target and a 20% energy efficiency target.
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