Dominion Energy's Q2 2025: Unraveling Contradictions on Tariffs, Tax Credits, and Data Center Growth

Turbine supplier performance and tariff impacts, transparency on tax credit shielding, PJM cost update and impact on CVOW project, data center growth and demand projections are the key contradictions discussed in Dominion Energy's latest 2025Q2 earnings call.



Offshore Wind Project Progress:
- The Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) project is now 60% complete, with the first delivery of electricity to customers expected in early 2026.
- Installation progress includes 134 monopiles and 100% of penpiles, with 56 monopiles installed in the first half of the current installation season.
- The project remains on schedule and has the support of government and industry stakeholders.

Data Center Expansion and Sales Growth:
- Dominion Energy has seen strong sales in its service areas, with 9 of the top 10 all-time peak days in Virginia occurring this year.
- The company has benefited from continued data center expansion and economic growth.
- The growth is driven by increased demand for data center services, particularly in Virginia.

Financial Performance and Guidance:
- Second quarter operating earnings were $0.75 per share, with reaffirmed financial guidance for 2025 operating earnings per share between $3.28 and $3.52.
- Earnings were positively impacted by regulatory investment growth, increased sales, and better-than-normal weather.
- The company remains focused on consistent execution against its financial targets.

Safety Performance and Initiatives:
- Dominion Energy's employee OSHA injury recordable rate was 0.28 for the first half of the year, reflecting a positive trend.
- The company is redoubling efforts to drive workplace safety, emphasizing its commitment to reducing workplace injuries.

Regulatory and Infrastructure Developments:
- The company is progressing in regulatory approval for the Chesterfield Energy Reliability Center, with a hearing scheduled for September.
- In South Carolina, Dominion Energy South Carolina's nuclear license has been extended until 2062, ensuring carbon-free power supply.
- These regulatory developments support Dominion Energy's commitment to infrastructure investment and reliability.