New 765kV Transmission Line to Boost Energy in Lovettsville Area
PJM Approves Loudoun’s First 765kV Transmission Line
LoudounNow.com | Friday, February 28, 2025
PJM Interconnection has approved a significant 765-kV transmission line project that will traverse northern Loudoun, extending from West Virginia through areas such as Lovettsville and into Maryland. This infrastructure is crucial for managing the demand surge, especially from data centers, with forecasts indicating a need for 10 gigawatts more power by 2029 due to increased load in the region. The project builds upon existing transmission routes and aims to address critical regional energy needs as highlighted in a recent LoudounNow.com article, echoing Governor Glenn Youngkin's remarks on Virginia's rising power importation.
