Advancing Local, Affordable, and Resilient Energy
The Virginia Distributed Solar Alliance successfully supported legislation in the 2026 Virginia General Assembly to establish a Distributed Energy Resources Task Force.
Established by the General Assembly as an advisory commission to the Governor, the DER Task Force held its first meeting in July 2026.
The DER Task Force will expand awareness and deployment of distributed energy resources, including net-metered solar power, community solar, battery energy storage, electric vehicles, energy efficiency, and smart appliances. Under the leadership of Virginia’s Chief Energy Officer Josephus Allmond, who will ensure alignment with the Governor’s energy policy, the DER Task Force brings together a balanced group of stakeholders including state officials, electric utilities, private industry, and advocacy organizations.
Learn more at the official DER Task Force web page operated by the Virginia Department of Energy.
Support Our Work
The Virginia Distributed Solar Alliance played a big part in making the DER Task Force a reality. Now that the group is convened, we serve as a key participant in the its work. VA-DSA depends on supporters who believe in a more affordable, resilient, and locally powered energy future. Donate now to support our efforts to bring local energy to the electrical grid.