Congress is advancing one of the most extensive anti-environmental, anti-health bills in a generation. Soon the Senate will vote on this megabill. Phone calls make a difference — call your senators to tell them to vote no!
Community development financial institutions serve as alternatives to predatory lenders and offer fair financing in underserved communities. But now, a crucial funding source for this industry is under attack.
We’re publishing our annual print edition of The Appalachian Voice in July! Fill out this form to order free copies for your family, friends and community establishments.
Ongoing staffing cuts in federal agencies this year have undermined services for miners with black lung and delayed a new safety measure to protect workers from the disease. Now the president wants to slash funding for the Mine Safety and Health Administration. Tell Congress to defend miners’ health and safety!
Something enchanting lives in Appalachia’s forests. From fireflies to foxfire, bioluminescent species light up our summer nights.
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Winding back the clock: A Trump administration proposal would reduce federal support for coal communities when state regulators fall short.
SSEP pipeline application submitted: Pipeline giant Transco's plans include a new methane gas pipeline in N.C. and Va. and expansions to several compressor stations
June 30 at 6:30 p.m.: Dominion Energy is proposing six new gas power plants across Virginia. Join this interactive, community-led event ahead of a critical public hearing. Virtual.
July 17 at noon: Join the Central Appalachian Network and ReImagine Appalachia for the third webinar in a series exploring disaster resiliency in Appalachia. Virtual.
Energy Resilient Communities Meetings
Join Appalachian Voices and local partners as we plan for a more resilient future in Southwest Virginia.
July 17 at 6 p.m.: Appalachian Voices is hosting a biennial group art exhibition about environmental harms in the region. Join us for an opening reception. Glen Allen, Va.
July 31 at 5:30 p.m.: Join Footprint Project and other partners to enjoy local artists and support regional recovery through clean energy. Mills River, N.C.
