Robust infrastructure is critical to business success. Businesses of all sizes, in all industries, and in all regions depend on reliable energy, clean water, safe transportation, and dependable broadband. Reliable energy is now paramount, and Virginia has the opportunity to become the epicenter of energy technology development.

Regardless of infrastructure type, funding and project approval are key considerations. As the cost of infrastructure continues to increase, Virginia must continue to find creative and innovative ways to leverage investments and deliver capital projects. This can be accomplished through the expansion of public-private partnerships, progressive design build, and best value procurement that balances reliability, resiliency, and affordability. And as project delays are particularly damaging to costs, the Commonwealth, including its local governments, must work together to simplify and accelerate permitting and approval processes.

The recommendations in this section provide a comprehensive policy framework to ensure the Commonwealth’s infrastructure supports its economic competitiveness through 2035 and beyond.