A Dominion Energy power plant near Davis, W.Va. NextEra Energyβs political activities are expected to be scrutinized as it seeks approval of its purchase of Dominion.
NextEraβs proposed acquisition of Dominion Energy comes as Americans are paying a lot more for electricity, and data centers are demanding a lot more power from utilities.
NextEra Energyβs acquisition of Dominion Energy would consolidate utility operations along much of the East Coast, which could shape electricity service for tens of millions of customers.