Alternative Fuels & Renewable Energy

Virginia supports the advancement of alternative fuels and looks for opportunities to support a variety of alternative fuel projects across the Commonwealth.  Below is a list of projects the Commonwealth of Virginia currently supports through various grants from the US Department of Energy.

Alternative Fuels Station Locator
Search Department of Energy's database of refueling stations throughout Virginia to find stations offering alternative fuels.

Biodiesel

Combined Heat and Power

Ethanol 
Learn more about the set of activities designed to encourage ethanol fuel production in Virginia.

Geothermal

Hydrogen
Learn how Virginia is supporting the growth of a Hydrogen Economy in the Commonwealth.

Solar
See how the Division of Energy is supporting solar energy projects that promote the broader use and application of solar technologies in the Commonwealth.

Wind Power
Explore how the Division of Energy is collaborating with Universities, Environmental groups, and other Non-profit organizations to develop wind resource potential in the Commonwealth.

Net Metering
Learn how a system owner can receive retail credit for at least a portion of the electricity being generated.

Local Option Property Tax Exemptions

Clean Energy Resources Compendium
This compendium provides information about best practices and guidance on how to adapt these practices to meet your own goals and objectives.

Additional Resources & Links

Glossary of Terms

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