About Rocky Forge Wind
Rocky Forge Wind provides an opportunity to help address Virginia's growing electricity demand with clean, homegrown energy, while diversifying Botetourt County's economy and supporting jobs in the local community.
Developed by Charlottesville, Virginia-based Apex Clean Energy, the project will be the commonwealth's first onshore wind project and is expected to generate enough homegrown clean energy to power up to 21,000 U.S. homes annually.
Located in rural Botetourt County, adjacent to existing transmission lines on private land, the area under consideration is suitable for a wind energy project based on local wind data and these attributes:
- Verified wind resource
- Existing high-voltage power lines
- Expansive private land
- Proximity to state highways
Learn more about Rocky Forge Wind
As construction progresses, this site will be updated with the latest news and construction updates to keep state and local stakeholders informed about the project. Please use this site to send us feedback, ask questions, and stay up to date on project news and developments as the project moves forward.
AN ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY FOR BOTETOURT COUNTY
Rocky Forge Wind will create jobs and generate an entirely new source of long-term revenue for local schools, government services, and property owners. According to independent analysis from the research firm Mangum Economics, Rocky Forge Wind will create approximately 250 FTE jobs during construction and 7 well-paid permanent positions. Rocky Forge Wind is also expected to pay $20 million to $25 million in state and county taxes over the life of the project.
OUR LOCAL SUPPORTERS
Thank you to the following local and regional supporters of Rocky Forge Wind:
