NOVA

Overview

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Overview of NOVA Projects

You and your community rely on safe, dependable electricity as Northern Virginia grows. Energy demand is rising quickly, driven by Loudoun County’s role as one of the world’s leading innovation and technology hubs. To keep pace, Dominion Energy is planning and building new transmission infrastructure in partnership with county, state, and community leaders.

One key effort is the Loudoun Reliability Loop, a new 500/230 kilovolt (kV) transmission line loop near Ashburn, VA, made up of three projects that will strengthen the grid and maintain reliable service.

Mars to Wishing Star 500/230 kV Project

This project connects the proposed Mars and Wishing Star substations. Dominion Energy submitted its application to the Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) on October 27, 2022, and received approval on April 5, 2023. Construction is now underway.

Aspen to Golden 500/230 kV Project

This project connects the proposed Aspen and Golden substations. Dominion Energy submitted its application to the SCC on March 7, 2024, and received approval on February 5, 2025. The project is now undergoing final preparation ahead of construction.

Golden to Mars 500/230 kV Project

This project connects the Golden and Mars substations. Dominion Energy submitted its application to the SCC on March 28, 2025, and it is currently under review. Read the Underground Feasibility Report.

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See all the latest information on Dominion Energy’s reliability projects in Northern Virginia.

  • Aspen to Golden 500/230 kV Project
  • Aviator to Takeoff 230 kV Electric Transmission and Substation Project
  • Edsall 230 kV Electric Transmission Project
  • Golden-Mars 500/230 kV Electric Transmission Project
  • Mars to Wishing Star 500/230 kV Project
  • Twin Creeks to Apollo 230 kV Electric Transmission and Substations Project

Legal

The Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) has regulatory authority over all energy providers in Virginia and requires certification for all transmission lines out of the ordinary course of doing business. or are at or above 138 kV. Among other responsibilities, the SCC validates the need for a proposed line and approves the route and structures. In reviewing a proposed project, the SCC must consider whether potential impacts on scenic assets, historic districts, and the environment have been reasonably minimized.

Aspen to Golden Application Documents

The Aspen to Golden 500/230 kV Electric Transmission Project SCC Project Application was submitted on March 7, 2024.

Aviator to Takeoff Application Documents

The Aviator to Takeoff 230 kV Electric Transmission Project SCC Project Application was submitted on July 17, 2024.

Evergreen Mills B

The Evergreen Mills B 230kV Electric Transmission Project SCC Project Application was filed on December 17, 2024.
Application - Volume 1 | Volume 2

Golden to Mars Application Documents 

The Golden to Mars 500/230 kV Electric Transmission Project SCC Application was submitted on March 28, 2025. 

Twin Creeks to Apollo Application Documents

The Twin Creeks to Apollo 230 kV Electric Transmission Project SCC Project Application was submitted on March 27, 2024.

The SCC issued its Final Order approving the project on February 5, 2025.

Application - Volume 1 | Volume 2 | Volume 3

Wishing Star to Mars Application Documents

The Wishing Star to Mars SCC project application was submitted on October 27, 2022.

Application Volume 1 - Part 1 | Part 2
Application Volume 2
Application Volume 3 - Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 

Community Involvement

Public participation and involvement are vital to project planning and execution. At Dominion Energy we strive to improve the physical, social, and economic well-being of the communities we serve.

Public Engagement Process

Once a project need is identified, conceptual project planning and design begins. Dominion Energy consults with key stakeholders throughout the planning process to gather and incorporate feedback into design plans. Key stakeholders include local, county, and state officials, state and federal agencies, historic preservation and natural resource groups, Native American tribes, and community members.

Dominion Energy encourages all stakeholders to learn more about the Loudoun County Reliability Projects Electric Transmission Project and submit feedback. You can contact the project team by email at powerline@dominionenergy.com or telephone at 888-291-0190.

Project Participation Group

As part of our commitment to the community, Dominion Energy has established the Loudoun Reliability Engagement Group to help us learn about the history, characteristics and attributes that make Loudoun County unique. Our due diligence will take into account all aspects of the community and consider your feedback to ensure the public has a voice in any considerations that we may put forward to the State Corporation Commission (SCC).

The Loudoun Reliability Engagement Group includes community leaders from across Loudoun County representing a diverse range of interests, including historical and preservation organizations, environmental organizations, business and workforce development, faith-based organizations, and government agency representatives.

Date Topic Meeting Summary
July 2022 Dominion Energy Introduction, Regulatory Process and Routing Considerations July 2022 Meeting Summary
August 2022 Transmission Constraints and Data Center Basics and Energy Demand August 2022 Meeting Summary
September 2022 The third meeting of the Loudoun Reliability Engagement Group September 2022 Meeting Summary
November 2022 The fourth meeting of the Loudoun Reliability Engagement Group November 2022 Meeting Summary
March 2023 The fifth meeting of the Loudoun Reliability Engagement Group March 2023 Meeting Summary
April 2023 The sixth meeting of the Loudoun Reliability Engagement Group April 2023 Meeting Summary
June 2023 The seventh meeting of the Loudoun Reliability Engagement Group June 2023 Meeting Summary
September 2023 The ninth meeting of the Loudoun Reliability Engagement Group September 2023 Meeting Summary
December 2023 The tenth meeting of the Loudoun Reliability Engagement Group December 2023 Meeting Summary
February 2024 The eleventh meeting of the Loudoun Reliability Engagement Group February 2024 Meeting Summary
April 2024 The twelfth meeting of the Loudoun Reliability Engagement Group April 2024 Meeting Summary
June 2024 The thirteenth meeting of the Loudoun Reliability Engagement Group June 2024 Meeting Summary
August 2024 The fourteenth meeting of the Loudoun Reliability Engagement Group August 2024 Meeting Summary
December 2024 The fifteenth meeting of the Loudoun Reliability Engagement Group December 2024 Meeting Summary
March 2025 LREG 16 Meeting Summary LREG 16 Meeting Summary

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