Sources: Virginia

Sources for Virginia

Virginia produces energy from a variety of sources. Here are the state’s current energy sources and energy production trends.

• Nuclear and natural gas account for nearly 3/4 of energy generation in VA
• Coal is still a substantial energy generater in VA
• In 2017, biomass fueled almost 5% of the state’s total net electricity generation
• Hydroelectric generation typically contributes less than 2% of Virginia’s net electricity generation