Virginia's new energy regulators set to steer state's green transition

Virginia's transition to renewable energy gains momentum with the election of Kelsey Bagot and Samuel Towell as key utility regulators.

Hannah Chanatry reports for Inside Climate News.

In short:

• These roles are crucial under the Virginia Clean Economy Act, aiming for a fully renewable energy grid by 2050.
• The duo's backgrounds in energy regulation and consumer advocacy suggest a balanced approach to upcoming energy challenges.
• The commission's decisions will significantly impact the state's transition to renewable energy and its adherence to environmental laws.

Key quote:

"This is probably the most important decision that 99.9 percent of Virginians have no idea was made."

— Michael Town, executive director of the Virginia League of Conservation Voters

Why this matters:

The appointment of Bagot and Towell is a significant step in Virginia's commitment to a sustainable future. Their decisions will directly impact the state's ability to meet its renewable energy goals, influencing both environmental health and the national energy landscape.

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