Going solar in the Blue Ridge Mountains
One Virginian’s story about putting solar panels on his home
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Protecting Virginia’s Great Outdoors
Efficient water heaters will cut pollution, save money, save lives
Updates
“Foam free, no polystyrene in my tea”
Virginia fails to rejoin RGGI
Single use foam phase out to start in 2025
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Issue
Groups urge Biden administration to “Finish the job” on appliance efficiency standards
Youngkin budget amendment would delay foam ban
Governor Glenn Youngkin unveiled his amendments to the General Assembly's budget which included a significant delay on the phase out of foam cups and take out containers.
Chesapeake Bay needs region-wide protection
Designating site in the Chesapeake Bay as pieces of a National Recreation Area is step toward preserving of one of America’s most prized natural landscapes
Storytellers take a stand to protect wildlife
The power of wildlife photographers lies in their ability to speak to our hearts. They help show why animals and their natural habitats are worth admiring and, by extension, saving.
Energy Conservation & Efficiency
Transformer efficiency rule leaves energy savings on the table
The final efficiency standards for utility transformers save only one-third as much energy as standards at DOE’s proposed levels would have.
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