경영진 발언Bob BlueChair, President, and Chief Executive Officer
… as data center load has grown at a 20% CAGR since 2016, as shown on slide 22. Data center demand should and can be a win-win for our state, our customers, and our company. And while just one data point, It's worth noting that for the ninth consecutive year, our economic development team has been recognized as a top utility for economic development. Two projects were highlighted, including Eli Lilly and Hampton Lumber. In September 2025, Eli Lilly and Company announced plans for a $5 billion state-of-the-art manufacturing facility that will generate 650 high-wage jobs and 1,800 construction jobs in Virginia. In addition, Allendale, South Carolina welcomed Hampton Lumber in July when the company established its first East Coast sawmill, bringing more than 125 new jobs to the region. We're proud to contribute to these outcomes. Projects we supported in the last year alone will create more than 3,600 jobs and attract $7.4 billion in new capital investment, delivering lasting value and strong community growth across our service territories. Finally, let me share a few additional business updates as shown on slide 23. First, on November 25th, the Virginia State Corporation Commission …