Dominion Energy North Carolina proposes new clean energy programs

Dominion Energy North Carolina has proposed several new programs to help reduce customers’ environmental impact, lower their energy use and bills, and advance new clean energy sources.

“We’re imagining all the ways we can help our customers be part of the clean energy economy,” Shaun Randall, general manager at Dominion Energy North Carolina Gas, said. “Our service will always be affordable and reliable, and with these programs, it will be cleaner and better for the environment,” Randall continued. “Our customers deserve a clean environment and easy ways to save. We’re delivering on that promise.”

One of the proposed programs, GreenTherm, allows customers to support renewable natural gas and other projects that reduce emissions from farms, food waste, and other sources. Customers can voluntarily purchase “blocks” of environmental credits from these projects on their monthly bills.

Dominion Energy is also proposing a significant expansion of its energy conservation programs to help customers use less energy and save money. These programs offer customer rebates for more energy efficient appliances, as well as weatherization programs for low-income customers.

Finally, the company is advancing the use of hydrogen, a new clean energy source that could significantly reduce emissions. The company is proposing a pilot project that would blend 5 percent hydrogen in a test system at a training facility.

All of these proposals are pending review and approval by the North Carolina Utilities Commission.

Dominion anticipates a decision on these programs in the late fall. If approved, the programs would begin rolling out this fall and into next year.