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What is the load forecast and how is it derived?

At the SCC’s directive, the Company uses the PJM Derived Load Forecast in the development of IRP Portfolios. For detailed information about load forecast methodology, please see Appendix 2A from the 2024 VA/NC IRP, available at https://www.dominionenergy.com/about/our-company/irp. In addition, the Load Forecast section of the 2025 IRP Update can be found in Chapter 2.1.