Good Governance Recap: 2025 Bill Outcomes
Virginia Conservation Network supported 18 bills this General Assembly session that address the fundamental policies governing our decision makers and support democracy.
Crossover Update from Virginia’s 2025 General Assembly Session
As of this Tuesday, we have reached “crossover” – the day that bills introduced and passed in one chamber of the General Assembly must “cross over” to be voted on by the other. VCN provides an update on the remaining conservation bills in this (super) short session.
Chesapeake Bay State Governors Recommit to Restoration
Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania governors all attended the Executive Council meeting and recommitted to the collaborative effort to protect and restore the Bay and its rivers and streams.
ROUNDUP: Court Rules in Favor of RGGI
The Circuit Court of Floyd County ruled that the regulatory action removing Virginia from the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative was “unlawful and without effect.”
Meet Virginia’s Conservation Champions of 2024
Virginia Conservation Network presented four Conservation Awards at their annual Meeting & Partner Retreat to recognize influential environmental advocacy professionals working in Virginia’s partnership of 170+ organizations.
ROUNDUP: Central Atlantic Auction Grows Offshore Wind Industry
Virginia's offshore wind energy industry continues to grow after the sale of a Central Atlantic lease 35 miles from the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay to Dominion Energy.
Virginia Conservation Photography Contest: 2024 Winners
The votes are in - see the VCN's 2024 Virginia Conservation Photography Contest winners!
Offshore Wind Propels Virginia’s Workforce Through Cable Manufacturing Facility
Virginia’s offshore wind energy industry continues to build the Commonwealth’s reputation (and economy) as the leader of one of the fastest-growing clean energy sectors in the world with the announcement of a supporting cable manufacturing facility in the City of Chesapeake.
Opinion: The James is healthier today, but our work isn’t finished
Virginia should boldly recommit to the collaborative, multistate effort and vision of a renewed Chesapeake Bay Agreement. In an Op-Ed, VCN highlights how our beloved local waters depend on the Chesapeake Bay Agreement to improve water quality.