Bill of the Day: Data Centers’ Impact on the Environment
Data centers consume massive amounts of resources, and we don’t fully know just how bad the consequences will be. Support SJ240!
Crossover Update from Virginia’s General Assembly
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 short session.
Conservation Policy Updates: Week 4 of General Assembly
See conservation policy updates on Data Centers, Banning Cyanide in Metals Mining, and Curbing Invasive Plants from week 4 of the General Assembly session.
Back in Action for Conservation Lobby Day
For our first Lobby Day back in person since 2020, over 200 conservation advocates joined over 75 meetings held with our state legislators. With guidance from VCN's Bill Tracker, attendees lobbied their state representatives to support strong conservation policies.
Conservation Policy Updates (Budget Edition): Week 3 of General Assembly
See conservation policy updates on the budget from week 3 of the General Assembly session: Restoring the Chesapeake Bay, Securing Lasting Funding for Land Conservation, & Funding Public Transit—Not Highway Expansion.
Launching Our Environmental Fellowship Program
Virginia Conservation Network is kicking off our second paid fellowship this summer for individuals looking to launch their career in the environment - who may not otherwise have the ability to take an unpaid summer internship.
Bill of the Day: Oyster Shell Recycling
We support bills that reuse oyster shells for restoration purposes, creating the ideal habitat for young oysters.
Conservation Policy Updates: Week 2 of General Assembly
See conservation policy updates on Defending Clean Car Standards, Lowering Electricity Bills, and Reducing Plastics from week 1 of the General Assembly session.
Black in Green Conservation Career Panel
The Black In Green Career Panel connects young Black professionals with Black environmental advocacy leaders in the conservation movement.