June 25, 2020

Continuing to press for utility-shutoff bans

Virginia and North Carolina have extended their bans on electric, water and gas service shutoffs for people unable to pay their bills due to Covid-19.

Racial justice resources

Appalachian Voices is committed to the movement for racial justice and equity, and to learning from those at the heart of this work. We’d like to share some helpful resources.

Supreme Court rules for Atlantic Coast Pipeline

The proposed fracked-gas project still lacks more than half a dozen permits and faces fierce policy and economic headwinds. The fight to stop it is far from over.

Love Nantahala and Pisgah national forests? Act now!

The Forest Service is accepting comments on a draft 15-year management plan that affects which areas are logged, which are conserved as wilderness, and much more.

Learn about Energy Democracy in our summer workshops!

Are you a Virginia resident? Join other individuals to learn how you and your community can engage more democratically with your electric utility.

For a limited time, become a member of Appalachian Voices for only $20!

In Case You Missed It

• Solar in the coalfields: Virginia is another step closer to making it possible to add solar on schools
• Save Rassawek: Thousands of people joined the Monacan Indian Nation in opposing a proposed water infrastructure project at the location of the tribe’s historic capital of Rassawek.

• Take Action: Umstead Quarry Permit: Contact public officials to oppose a new quarry near N.C.'s Umstead State Park. And if you use the Umstead Trail, complete this short survey.

• We’re hiring! Appalachian Voices is seeking a Field Coordinator in Virginia and an AmeriCorps VISTA member in Tennessee.
• Looking for more good news?: Sign up for the Southwest Virginia Ascent, our new monthly e-newsletter celebrating positive economic stories from the coal-impacted regions of the Commonwealth.

CALENDAR

Due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, please check with any events before making plans.

Panel: Do Black Lives Matter in Appalachia?

July 3: This digital event features Black Appalachian stories followed by a discussion and Q&A.

Ijams E-Learning

Kid-friendly outdoor activities that can be done in your own backyard.

Tennessee State Park Virtual 5K

July 3-6: Celebrate Independence Day by going for a run! A portion of the proceeds supports the state’s Birds of Prey program.

Webinar: Community Benefits Agreements 

July 8: Discuss how agreements between communities and developers could help mine reclamation and redevelopment projects.

Webinar: Innovative Financing for Mine Land Reclamation

July 9: Learn how regional organizations can leverage non-grant funding for mine land redevelopment projects.

Webinar: Clean Energy as a Recovery Mechanism from COVID-19

July 14: Learn about clean energy jobs in North Carolina and how it could play a part in economic recovery.

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