Virginia’s Energy Future on the Line | Richmond News

Virginia’s Lieutenant Governor Ghazala Hashmi is launching a statewide listening tour to scrutinize Dominion Energy’s proposed takeover by NextEra Energy, gathering lawmakers, energy experts, and everyday Virginians to weigh the merger’s impact on bills, communities, and the state’s energy future. Hashmi, who pushed for an extended review beyond the standard six months, prioritizes ratepayer concerns amid fears of rising costs. While Dominion CEO Bob Blue defends the Commission’s ability to handle the deal, Hashmi insists on transparency. The tour kicks off September 9 in Richmond, with stops across major Virginia cities — giving residents a direct platform to share their voices on a decision that could reshape their wallets and the state’s energy landscape. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/37ab1712512da96e