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Valley Link
Coverage of Valley Link in the Nexus archive.
- Louisa residents prepare for state review of proposed Valley Link transmission line
Residents from Louisa County and neighboring communities gathered to oppose the proposed Valley Link transmission line project, which developers claim is necessary to meet Virginia’s growing energy demand. Opponents argue the project would permanently alter rural communities.
- Why Northern Virginians will help pay for controversial rural transmission line project
A controversial 115-mile transmission line project in rural Virginia, led by Valley Link, aims to address growing power demand, particularly from data centers, and will be funded by Northern Virginians. The project faces local resistance due to safety, environmental, and property value concerns and is expected to cost $1-$2 billion, with completion slated for 2029.