CONSERVATION NEWS
ROUNDUP: Conservation Community on the Governor’s Budget Proposal
The Governor’s amendments maintained, and in some cases increased, funding for many programs protecting our natural resources. However, some key programs saw cuts, and there remained missed opportunities for critical investments.
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: Honoring Congressman Donald McEachin
On his passing, we remember Congressman Donald McEachin as an environmental justice champion. He leaves behind a legacy of fighting for those most impacted by the impacts of climate change and pollution.
What We’re Focusing On
CLEAN WATER & FLOOD RESILIENCE
Restoring health and water quality to our creeks, rivers, and the Bay by reducing pollution from agriculture, wastewater, and stormwater, and ending plastic waste.
LAND & WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
Protecting Virginia’s natural resources to support clean water and air, wildlife populations, viewsheds, food security, culture, history, and improved physical and mental health.
LAND USE & TRANSPORTATION
Leveraging smarter land use, expanding alternatives to driving, and electrifying transportation to reduce carbon emissions and lower vehicle miles traveled.
CLIMATE & ENERGY
Responsibly developing clean energy infrastructure, ramping up energy efficiency and solar investments, and ensuring an equitable transition to a clean energy economy.
GOOD GOVERNANCE
Achieving our conservation efforts through an equitable and inclusive government, with policies and programs that represent and benefit all Virginians