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Appalachian Power Co. is testing the market for its first solar energy projects
Kenwardjr RetweetedAppalachian Power Co. is testing the market for what would be the first solar energy project the company would own
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Appalachian Power seeks bids for solar energy projects
By Laurence Hammack laurence.hammack@roanoke.com 981-3239 Nov 19, 2018
Appalachian Power Co. is shopping for solar energy. ... The utility recently issued a request for proposals for large-scale projects as it looks to add up to 200 megawatts of solar power to its energy generation mix, which for years has been heavily dependent on coal-burning power plants.
After considering the bids, Appalachian will decide whether to purchase one or more solar panel facilities.
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Earlier this year, the General Assembly approved an overhaul of regulations for Virginia’s two large electric utilities, Appalachian and Dominion Energy, that ended a freeze on rates, allowed for customer refunds and called for steps toward grid modernization, renewable energy and efficiency programs. ... Among other things, the law requires Appalachian to construct or acquire solar generation projects capable of producing at least 200 megawatts by July 1, 2028.
Businesses interested in submitting bids can access criteria, required forms and other specifics online at www.appalachianpower.com/rfp. Proposals must be submitted by Feb. 7, 2019.
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Laurence Hammack covers environmental issues, including the Mountain Valley Pipeline, and business and enterprise stories. He has been a reporter for The Roanoke Times for more than three decades.
By Laurence Hammack laurence.hammack@roanoke.com 981-3239 Nov 19, 2018
Appalachian Power Co. is shopping for solar energy. ... The utility recently issued a request for proposals for large-scale projects as it looks to add up to 200 megawatts of solar power to its energy generation mix, which for years has been heavily dependent on coal-burning power plants.
After considering the bids, Appalachian will decide whether to purchase one or more solar panel facilities.
....
Earlier this year, the General Assembly approved an overhaul of regulations for Virginia’s two large electric utilities, Appalachian and Dominion Energy, that ended a freeze on rates, allowed for customer refunds and called for steps toward grid modernization, renewable energy and efficiency programs. ... Among other things, the law requires Appalachian to construct or acquire solar generation projects capable of producing at least 200 megawatts by July 1, 2028.
Businesses interested in submitting bids can access criteria, required forms and other specifics online at www.appalachianpower.com/rfp. Proposals must be submitted by Feb. 7, 2019.
....
Laurence Hammack covers environmental issues, including the Mountain Valley Pipeline, and business and enterprise stories. He has been a reporter for The Roanoke Times for more than three decades.
