Virginia Department of Mines, Minerals and Energy

Welcome to the Virginia Division of Energy

The primary goal of the Division of Energy is to advance sustainable energy practices and behaviors. To achieve this goal, the Division of Energy works to:

increase the use of proven energy conservation practices in Virginia;
foster growth of emerging and sustainable energy industries and infrastructure;
identify applications of new and innovative energy technologies in Virginia;
advance partnerships that will enable energy efficiency and economic development opportunities;
improve the energy efficiency of commercial, institutional, and residential buildings in Virginia; and
provide energy education and outreach to Virginians to increase their ability to make informed energy choices.

Programs / Services

Energy Programs for State Agencies
Programs and services of energy management planning in Virginia state government.

Alternative Fuels & Renewable Energy
A resource of information on the various programs and projects that support the deployment of renewable and alternative energy technologies in the Commonwealth.

Energy Related Programs and Partnerships
A resource of information on the various programs and projects that the Division of Energy supports.

Consumer Information on Energy Efficiency and Conservation
Your source for additional energy-related information on how you can implement energy efficiency and conservation measures.

ENERGY STAR

Information

Virginia American Recovery and Reinvestment Act

2009-2010 Biomass Energy Grant Program

Virginia Energy Plan (VEP)
A ten-year comprehensive Energy Plan to implement the Commonwealth's energy policy.

Governor's Energy Policy Advisory Council

Tips to Lower Your Electric Bill Today

Financial Incentives

Energy Operational Review
The Commonwealth of Virginia conducted and completed an Operational Review of energy use within state government. The overall intent of the review was to develop recommendations for driving higher levels of state government performance and cost-effectiveness in its service to the citizens of Virginia. The review assessed Energy Best Practices being used among Virginia agencies and outlines further recommendations that should be implemented in the Commonwealth. Select the link to review the complete report.

News and Announcements

What’s New
Check out the latest information in the world of energy efficiency.

Virginia Energy Patterns and Trends
Internet presentation of information on energy production, distribution and use within the Commonwealth of Virginia. VEPT has recently been updated and new information added.

E85 (Ethanol Automobile Fuel) Locator
Listing of public, private and restricted fueling stations for E85 across Virginia.

Virginia Biodiesel Environmental Compliance Primer

Recent Energy News in Virginia

Information on CFLs

Virginia income tax deductions on energy efficient products available to consumers (Tax Code of VA 58.1-322)
Also known as the "Virginia Retail Sales and Use Tax Act."

Calendar of Events

Quick Links

Division of Energy Service Plan - (PDF)
Service area plan.

State Employee Directory Search
All State employees contact information.

Division Directions/Map
Directions to Virginia Department of Mines, Minerals and Energy - Richmond Office.

Energy Saving Tips from the U.S. Department of Energy

Virginia Energy Savers Handbook
Updated Edition.

To submit comments/questions about energy related issues in the Commonwealth, click here.

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