CONSERVATION NEWS
ROUNDUP: What the Virginia Energy Plan Means for Our Clean Energy Future
The Virginia Energy Plan protects our existing climate policy, meets growing demand with the fastest, cleanest energy resources available, holds utilities accountable for affordable energy, ensures data centers pay their fair share of the costs associated with new energy demand, and centers the human impacts of carbon pollution.
Congratulations to Virginia’s Conservation Champions of 2026!
Virginia Conservation Network presented 5 Conservation Awards at their annual Meeting & Partner Retreat to recognize influential environmental advocacy professionals working in Virginia’s partnership of 170+ organizations.
Virginia Council on Environmental Justice: What You Need to Know
Here's what to know about the Virginia Council on Environmental Justice and how to get involved!
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