CapPro Reference: CP-07053
Sector: Power - Transmission
Project Type: Greenfield
Project Status: Planning/Pre-development
Project Owner: PJM Interconnection
Developers: American Electric Power (AEP), Transource Energy & Dominion Energy
Contractor: FirstEnergy Transmission
Location: North America - USA
The companies jointly proposed the projects through PJM’s Regional Transmission Expansion Plan (RTEP) Open Window process in September 2024 and in February 2025 they were awarded by the PJM board of managers. PJM is the regional transmission organisation that coordinates the transportation of wholesale electricity across the 13-state region that includes Virginia, West Virginia and Maryland. The companies will develop the projects through the recently formed Valley Link Transmission joint venture. The collaboration will leverage the companies’ collective expertise and resources to deliver comprehensive and cost-effective solutions that address the region’s growing power needs.
The selected projects include: - Building approximately 260 miles (418.4 km) of 765-kV transmission line and two substations between Putnam County, West Virginia and Frederick County, Maryland - Building approximately 155 miles (249.4 km) of 765-kV transmission line and a substation between Campbell County, Virginia and Fauquier County, Virginia - Building a new substation in Caroline County, Virginia The projects are in the early stages of development and do not have a firm time frame yet for permitting, regulatory approvals and construction. Following PJM’s recent awards, the companies will advance the development of project details, which includes assessing potential routes and conducting thorough environmental studies.
Scheduled Project Start Date: 2025
Scheduled Completion Date: 2026
Source: aep.com