Our Work
Combining the voices of environmental organizations across Virginia to conserve our Commonwealth's natural resources and ensure its future prosperity. Our Common Agenda Work consists of healthy rivers, green communities and clean energy.
A Cleaner, Healthier Virginia - The Benefits of Conservation
A clean, healthy Virginia depends on efficient transporation networks, thriving farms, adequate water supplies and safe, affordable energy. In order to address these complex needs, sound environmental policies must continue to be implemented. The good news is that environmental stewardship provides considerable benefits, such as economic opportunity, improved human health, and enjoyment of the outdoors. This site helps readers understand how environmental protection results in quantifiable benefits for individuals and society.
Healthy Rivers
All Virginian's benefit from the protection of our streams, rivers and wetlands. Clean water is vital for a healthy environment and thriving communities.
Green Communities
Benefits include increased access to jobs, creation of jobs, lower infrastructure costs, less expensive public services, higher property values, increased crop yields and protection of wildlife and green spaces.
Clean Energy
Benefits result in reduced health care costs, increased quality of life, improved productivity and a safer environment. Clean energy decreases the United State's vulnerability to foreign oil sources and focuses on renewable resources.