Congress is working on a clean-energy package. Groups across Appalachia want to make sure these investments benefit communities long hurt by coal and power plant pollution improve their economic fortunes.
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Groups urge Biden and Congress to ensure climate action helps coal-impacted communities
TAGS: budget reconciliation clean energy Climate change energy transition jobs just transition manufacturing
Can’t stop, won’t stop! Fighting to protect you and the environment at Virginia’s General Assembly
Virginia’s 2022 General Assembly gaveled in on January 12 for two months of legislative wrangling in the crowded halls of the state capitol! We expect to play defense on protecting pivotal laws that tackle the climate crisis, while pushing for progress in key areas. Don’t sit this one out — we need all Virginia hands on deck!
TAGS: clean energy Clean Water energy justice energy transition Environmental Justice general assembly Governor Youngkin shared solar Virginia Virginia General Assembly
Stakeholder process invites Southwest Virginians to comment on state support for the region
The Virginia DMME held the first of three listening sessions to hear Southwest Virginians’ thoughts on how the state can support the region going forward as the coal tax credits expire. Residents can submit comments in person, by mail or online.
TAGS: Citizen action coal tax credits energy transition just transition Public engagement southwest virginia stakeholder process Virginia Department of Energy Virginia DMME
