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Data Centers Really Do Raise Energy Prices
Data Centers Really Do Raise Energy Prices
Nov 12, 2025
The Washington Post, owned by the world's largest data center operator, Jeff Bezos, just claimed that data centers have not increased power costs but have actually lowered them, despite what everyone thinks. Here's why the Post is wrong.
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An Insider’s Take on Why Roanoke Decided to Build More Solar Energy than any K-12 System in Virginia
An Insider’s Take on Why Roanoke Decided to Build More Solar Energy than any K-12 System in Virginia
Nov 03, 2025
Jeff Shawver of Roanoke Schools knows that going solar can save real money for public schools. But there's a right and a wrong way to do it. And he wants people at other schools to know the difference.
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Meet Our New Directors of Business Development and Technology
Meet Our New Directors of Business Development and Technology
Sep 15, 2025
Secure Solar Futures has put two veteran staffers in charge of Business Development and the combined areas of Technology and Finance.
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Virginia Regulators Reject APCo Bid to Cut Net Metering Rates
Virginia Regulators Reject APCo Bid to Cut Net Metering Rates
Sep 02, 2025
Appalachian Power asked Virginia regulators to let the company pay less for power from customers with solar. But the state refused, affirming the value of net-metered solar power.
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6 Reasons Why Congress Should Keep Solar Tax Credits
6 Reasons Why Congress Should Keep Solar Tax Credits
Jun 11, 2025
President Trump's Big, Beautiful Bill passed by the House cuts incentives to keep solar power growing. Six charts show why that's a bad idea.
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In Memory of Eric Hurlocker: Solar Warrior, Trusted Partner, and Friend
In Memory of Eric Hurlocker: Solar Warrior, Trusted Partner, and Friend
Jun 04, 2025
Eric Hurlocker helped advance solar power in Virginia through his passion for clean energy and legal expertise. But he was also a good man and a good friend.
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Should You Worry about the Energy Needs of Data Centers?
Should You Worry about the Energy Needs of Data Centers?
May 27, 2025
Homes and businesses could wind up paying up to 70% more for power as utilities scramble to supply energy-hungry data centers.
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AEP/APCo Case in WV Could Bode Well for VA
AEP/APCo Case in WV Could Bode Well for VA
Apr 08, 2025
This technical article looks at the current American Electric Power net metering tariff case in West Virginia for clues as to what's coming in Virginia.
Read MoreRoanoke City Public Schools to Save $46.5 Million through Solar Energy and Roof Restoration
Roanoke City Public Schools to Save $46.5 Million through Solar Energy and Roof Restoration
Mar 26, 2025
Eleven new solar power systems will augment six systems installed in 2024 to give Roanoke Schools in Virginia a total of 7.3 MW of solar at 17 locations.
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Coalfield Solar Fund Completes Construction of First Round of Solar Schools in Virginia and West Virginia
Coalfield Solar Fund Completes Construction of First Round of Solar Schools in Virginia and West Virginia
Feb 10, 2025
Solar power at Lee County Schools in Virginia and Calhoun County Schools in West Virginia will save over $4 million and help create local energy jobs.
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“Solarbration” Gives West Virginia Students hands-On Experience with Clean Energy
“Solarbration” Gives West Virginia Students hands-On Experience with Clean Energy
Feb 03, 2025
Fun activities helped students at Calhoun County Schools learn about solar power just as their schools were getting photovoltaic systems installed last fall.
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Augusta County Schools Cuts Long Bus Routes with Vanpool Program
Augusta County Schools Cuts Long Bus Routes with Vanpool Program
Dec 06, 2024
Our new Solar E-Vanpool Program has helped the schools to shorten long bus routes and provide students with a shorter commute, a ride that’s also powered by clean energy.
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