Less red tape, more rooftop solar for Virginians
Putting solar on the roofs of our buildings and connecting solar panels to the grid should be as fast and hassle-free as possible, without compromising quality or safety. SolarAPP+ can help.
Elly
Boehmer
State Director, Environment Virginia
Started on staff: 2016
B.A., University of Vermont
A former canvass director and organizer with Impact, Elly now directs Environment Virginia’s efforts to promote clean air, clean water and open spaces in Virginia. Elly lives in Richmond, Virginia, where she enjoys gardening, photography, hiking and rollerblading with her dog.
Posts by Elly Boehmer Wilson
Virginia foam ban begins in one year
Virginia's ban on single use expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam goes into effect in one year on July 1st, 2025. Learn how we got here and why it matters.
“Foam Free” video wins a Capital Emmy
WHRO public media won a Capital region Emmy for their video highlighting the problems with polystyrene foam.
New Report: We don’t need deep-sea mining
There are better ways to meet critical mineral needs without deep-sea mining and extreme damage to deep-sea ecosystems.
Protecting Virginia’s Great Outdoors
Consistent funding is needed for Virginia State Parks to thrive. More funding for parks means more protected wildlife, more lightly-touched, iconic landscapes, and more immeasurable benefits for Virginians exploring the great outdoors.