NextEra Energy Transmission, LLC, a subsidiary of NextEra Energy, Inc., and Exelon Corporation received approval from the PJM Board of Directors to construct a 220‑mile, 765‑kV transmission corridor on February 13, 2026. The line will link key generation resources to load centers in West Virginia, Pennsylvania, and the Mid‑Atlantic, creating a high‑voltage pathway capable of transmitting up to 1,200 MW of power.
The 765‑kV rating places the corridor among the highest‑capacity lines in the PJM region. Compared with 500‑kV lines, a 765‑kV line can move two to three times more power while cutting transmission losses by roughly 50 %. The project is part of PJM’s 2025 Regional Transmission Expansion Plan, which estimates a total cost of about $11.8 billion for Window 1 projects.
Strategically, the approval expands NextEra’s competitive transmission footprint and supports its goal of delivering clean, reliable power to high‑demand customers such as data centers. For Exelon, the line strengthens its grid reliability and positions the company to meet the growing electricity needs of families and businesses in Pennsylvania and West Virginia. The corridor also facilitates the integration of renewable generation from NextEra’s expanding portfolio, enhancing grid resilience and supporting future capacity additions.
The project is expected to improve electric reliability and affordability across the three states, create jobs, and spur economic development. By providing a bulk‑power corridor, the line will reduce congestion on existing infrastructure and enable more efficient bulk power transfers, aligning with the broader national push to modernize the U.S. transmission network and accommodate the rapid growth of data‑center and AI‑driven electricity demand.
Matt Valle, president of NextEra Energy Transmission, said, "This transmission line enables long‑term safe, reliable and affordable power for the region—this is a win for residents and a win for the local economy." Carim Khouzami, executive vice president of transmission and development for Exelon, added, "As electricity demand increases are outpacing the current supply, this investment will be critical to ensuring we can bring the energy needed to meet the needs of families and small businesses across Pennsylvania and West Virginia while keeping customer affordability at the forefront." He also noted, "This result will allow us to deliver meaningful, lasting value for the region." Calvin Butler, Exelon president and CEO, remarked, "Our collaboration marks a pivotal moment for our region's energy future. At Exelon, we're proud to join forces with NextEra Energy Transmission to deliver a project that will ensure reliable, affordable power for families and businesses across Pennsylvania and West Virginia, strengthen our grid and drive forward economic growth. We stand committed to working hand‑in‑hand with local communities, ensuring we provide our customers the energy they need and deserve."
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