Press Release

Governor signs landmark clean energy legislation, expanding shared solar and energy affordability

Apr 14 2026 RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger has signed bipartisan legislation that significantly expands Virginia’s shared solar programs while delivering lower electricity bills and a more reliable grid for families and businesses statewide. The legislation was sponsored by Senator Scott Surovell and Delegate Rip Sullivan and passed with bipartisan support in the Virginia General Assembly. Dominion Energy territory (SB 254 / HB 807): Virginia’s original 200-megawatt shared solar program has