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    A New Approach for AI Data Centers to Contribute Positively to Virginia’s Energy Landscape

    A New Approach for AI Data Centers to Contribute Positively to Virginia’s Energy Landscape

    Nov 21, 2025

    Virginia Governor-Elect Abigail Spanberger has called for AI data centers to "pay their fair share" to provide the energy they need. SSF CEO Tony Smith offers an innovative idea to add new power while boosting Virginia's economy.

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    How Virginia’s Colleges Stack up on Renewable Energy

    How Virginia’s Colleges Stack up on Renewable Energy

    Jul 31, 2019

    Colleges and universities across the United States have been recognized as leaders in adopting renewable energy sources such as solar power. Wondering how Virginia stacks up to states across the country? Here's the answer.

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    Virginia joins nationwide calls for greater utility transparency

    Virginia joins nationwide calls for greater utility transparency

    Feb 28, 2019

    The payback period for residential solar systems could…

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    Virginia Needs to Level the Playing Field for Schools and Local Governments to Go Solar

    Virginia Needs to Level the Playing Field for Schools and Local Governments to Go Solar

    Feb 05, 2019

    Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School, part of…

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    The Future of Solar Net Metering is in the Hands of Virginia’s General Assembly

    The Future of Solar Net Metering is in the Hands of Virginia’s General Assembly

    Jan 11, 2019

    The economics of distributed solar (which often comes…

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    5 Reasons Why You Should Start with Solar Power On Site Before You Look Off Site

    5 Reasons Why You Should Start with Solar Power On Site Before You Look Off Site

    Nov 13, 2018

    Your company, hospital or school has committed to use more renewable energy. Congrats! Solar should be the lion's share, and on-site solar should be the star.

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