Virginia’s 19–21 GW storage target dwarfs the 1–3 GW targeted by other PJM states

Transmission-level storage target vs operating grid-scale BESS by state (MW)
Source: state legislation, Modo Energy
Note: Bars are transmission-level targets (solid = specified, lighter = not yet allocated), excluding distribution and behind-the-meter volume. Target years differ (NJ and IL 2030, MD 2034, VA 2045). Operating capacity: Modo PJM buildout data, June 2026.
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