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Dominion Energy proposed the Chesterfield Energy Reliability Center (CERC) in Virginia to meet rising power demand from AI data centers, seeking to build one of potentially eight methane plants. Despite public hearings highlighting opposition from politicians and residents over environmental concerns, permits for the CERC have been granted, with ongoing litigation regarding zoning approval.

Dominion must transition to zero-carbon energy by 2045 under the Clean Economy Act. The CERC's designation as a 'peaker plant' may increase electricity rates for consumers.