Data Center and Gas Plant DENIED in Pittsylvania County
Pittsylvania Board of Supervisors denied rezoning 750 acres of agricultural land for a proposed data center complex and gas-fired power plant.
A Year in Review: VCN’s 2024-2025 Annual Report
VCN shares our conservation victories and challenges from Spring 2024–Winter 2025 in our Annual Report.
VCN Staff Explore Northern Virginia
Every year, Virginia Conservation Network staff visit a new region of Virginia for a staff retreat. This year, VCN staff headed to Northern Virginia to visit Alexandria and Georgetown.
VIDEO: See What’s Next for The State of Offshore Wind in Virginia
Virginia Conservation Network and the Southeastern Wind Coalition provided updates on Virginia's offshore wind industry and outlooks for future projects.
Report: Clean Energy Tax Credits – Working for Appalachia
Appalachian Voices released a report highlighting the benefits of federal clean energy energy tax credits on nonprofits and businesses in Central and Southern Appalachia.
ROUNDUP: Federal Agencies Protecting Wildlife, Breathable Air, and Drinking Water
The National Wildlife Federation and 40 state and territorial affiliate organizations support federal agencies protecting wildlife and people’s everyday lives.
Report: The Role of Zero-Fare Transit in Advancing Health and Justice in Richmond
RVA Rapid Transit released a report highlighting the ongoing impact of zero-fare transit on health and equity throughout the Richmond region.
VIDEO: Take a Deep Dive into Our General Assembly Recap
Watch this year's General Assembly Recap and get an Inside Look at the Environmental Policy Outcomes from the 2025 General Assembly session.
Clean Water & Flood Resilience Recap: 2025 Bill Outcomes
Virginia Conservation Network advocated for 25 bills this General Assembly session that protect communities from flooding, reduce toxic pollution in water, reduce plastic litter, and more.