Dominion Energy’s 2.6-GW Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) project remains on track for full completion by the end of 2026, reaffirming its role as the largest offshore wind farm in the U.S. The 176-turbine project, located 27 miles off the coast of Virginia Beach, is a 50-50 partnership between Dominion Energy and Stonepeak and is currently approximately 66% complete.
Despite delays in turbine installation vessel commissioning, and higher costs driven by 2025 U.S. import tariffs, Dominion continues to advance construction. The project’s total estimated cost stands at $11.2 billion, including a $690 million tariff impact, with first power expected in early 2026. Once online, CVOW will supply renewable electricity to about 660,000 homes and directly support Virginia’s expanding data center corridor and defense infrastructure.
Why It Matters
Dominion’s offshore wind expansion marks a turning point in Virginia’s clean energy landscape, demonstrating how large-scale renewables can coexist with traditional infrastructure.
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Largest U.S. offshore project – 2.6 GW capacity supporting both civilian and defense demand centers.
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Grid modernization – Offshore link connects to Dominion’s extensive powerline and substation network in Virginia Beach.
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Economic impact – Anchors a $50B capital investment plan through 2029 focused on diversified energy assets.
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Energy balance – Complements solar, nuclear, and gas projects to ensure stable load delivery to AI-driven and industrial growth zones.
What the Map Shows
In Rextag Energy DataLink, the map highlights Dominion Energy’s integrated renewable network across Virginia and North Carolina:
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Power Plants: 28 total – 17 operational (red), 11 under development (black)
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Powerlines: ~10,308 miles of high-voltage transmission lines (blue)
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Featured Project: Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) – offshore connection to Virginia Beach grid
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Developer: Dominion Energy & Stonepeak (50/50 JV)
Together, these layers visualize Dominion’s transformation from a regional utility into a vertically integrated power provider linking offshore wind, solar, and grid infrastructure into one system.
A Deeper Dive with DataLink
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Filter by Power Plants to explore Dominion’s operational and development sites.
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Overlay Powerlines and Substations to trace grid connections to Virginia Beach and Richmond.
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Analyze the integration of renewable energy alongside natural gas infrastructure to assess system flexibility.
By mapping Dominion’s energy portfolio, users can see how the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project anchors a hybrid grid strategy supporting the region’s evolving power demand.
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