"Virginia's General Assembly sent a bill to the governor's desk last week that would create the South's first mandate for 100% carbon-free power and effectively remake the state's grid with clean energy.

The "Clean Economy Act," as it's known, passed the state Senate on Friday after clearing the lower chamber earlier in the week. A spokesperson for Gov. Ralph Northam (D) stopped short of saying the governor would sign it but noted that the administration "has been actively involved in shepherding" the bill.

"The Governor is thrilled to see transformative clean energy legislation pass the General Assembly," wrote spokeswoman Alena Yarmosky in an email to E&E News."

David Iaconangelo and Carlos Anchondo report for EnergyWire March 9, 2020. [2]