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.”
Missed Opportunity to Rejoin RGGI Through the Budget
Our Partners at the Virginia League of Conservation Voters released a joint statement, signed on by VCN and several of our Partners, addressing the absence of language for the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative in the new budget.
Bill of the Day: RGGI Budget Battle
Virginia must rejoin the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI), and is poised to do so through a proposed budget amendment.
CODE RED: Air Pollution Board Votes to Repeal RGGI
As Virginia's air quality hits Code Red, our Air Pollution Control Board voted to withdraw from RGGI - a program that reduces carbon pollution and protects air quality.
ROUNDUP: Thousands Weigh in on RGGI
Thousands of Virginians weighed in on the proposed regulatory repeal of RGGI - and over 88% strongly support Virginia's participation in RGGI.
ROUNDUP: Air Board’s (Unlawful) Vote to Repeal RGGI
The Air board voted to start the process to repeal RGGI despite overwhelming support for the program from Virginian voters.
ROUNDUP: Opposition to RGGI Removal
Hundreds of individuals submitted comments to the Administration in opposition to the RGGI Notice of Intent for Regulatory Action - see what our partner organizations had to say in our Roundup.
How Can Energy Efficiency Create Jobs & Savings in Virginia?
Virginia can lower energy costs, reduce pollution, and spur job growth by implementing ambitious energy efficiency policies.
Youngkin’s RGGI Removal Plan
The Youngkin administration’s plan to repeal RGGI through regulation is unlawful. VA joined RGGI through legislative action; therefore, only the General Assembly may act to remove VA from RGGI. Read more about the unlawful removal of RGGI through Wetlands Watch here.