CONSERVATION NEWS
Bill of the Day: Protecting Virginia’s Great Outdoors
VCN advocates for Virginia's Great Outdoor Act to support efforts in increasing conservation and outdoor recreation funding.
How To Write Effective Talking Points for the Legislative Session
Discover key tips for crafting effective talking points for the legislative session, including what to include, mistakes to avoid, and how to create messages that resonate with lawmakers and advocates.
Engage in Environmental Advocacy at Conservation Lobby Day!
Make sure to grab a ticket for VCN's Conservation Lobby Day on Wednesday, January 22nd! This is your chance to join fellow advocates and advocate for environmental action that matters most to you in your district.
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