CUMBERLAND ENERGY CENTER
The Cumberland Energy Center
The Cumberland Energy Center is a proposed natural gas facility that will operate around the clock to reliably power 750,000 homes and businesses in Central Virginia.
This new generation will help bring relief to the pressure of rising electric bills on Virginia families and make our electricity more affordable.
The Cumberland Energy Center uses innovations such as combined cycle units to scale generation based on real-time demand. This project will complement Virginia’s diverse energy mix so the lights always turn on when you flip the switch, even when wind and solar are not available.
The Cumberland Energy Center uses proven, “light-footprint” technologies for the benefit of Cumberland County’s residents and pristine environment.
Current Status: ANNOUNCED
Community Bennefits
During construction, the Cumberland Energy Center will bring 1,362 jobs into the region. After it is complete, the center will employ 120 people full time, providing over $13 million in wages.
JOB CREATION
Each year the center is in operation, it will bring $142 million right into Cumberland County, allowing the county to improve its infrastructure and schools. Statewide, the facility will generate $159.9 million each year.
ECONOMIC ACTIVITY
The Cumberland Energy Center will bring relief to rising electricity prices and reliably power Central Virginia into the future. Central Virginia will be able to trust the Cumberland Energy Center to keep the lights on for a growing economy and communities.
AFFORDABLE AND
RELIABLE ENERGY
Economic Bennefits
in economic activity in the region during construction
$295 MILLION
in economic activity in Cumberland during construction
$71.8 MILLION
in economic activity in the state during construction
$696.3 MILLION
The Cumberland Energy Center will help maintain reliable and affordable energy for Virginia families. Help ERA support this vital project.