This new recreation area features approximately 16 miles of new trails that will connect to existing trails around the nearby town of Saint Paul, and the campground features full amenities.
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Community celebrates opening of new recreation area in Dante, Virginia
TAGS: abandoned mine lands economic revitalization program AMLER brownfields Dante Office of Suface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement Outdoor Recreation Russell County southwest virginia Virginia
In a moment of climate crisis, Dominion wants to move Virginia backwards
These developments support the Virginia-wide shift towards clean, renewable energy and Dominion Energy had seemingly embraced this transition, expanding its own solar and wind facilities. But, alarmingly Dominion is now trying to reverse course in Chesterfield and construct a new harmful methane gas “peaker” plant, mere miles from the old plant.
TAGS: Chesterfield Energy Reliability Center Dominion Energy Dutch Gap Conservation Area Gas infrastructure james river Virginia Clean Economy Act Virginia General Assembly
Movements to stop TVA’s gas buildout gain momentum ahead of critical year
Campaigns to stop Tennessee Valley Authority’s proposed methane gas buildout are closing out 2023 with some major developments and eyeing next year as pivotal.
TAGS: Cheatham County coal plant Cumberland Cumberland Preservation Group Kingston methane gas pipelines Preserve Cheatham County SAGE TN Tennessee Valley Authority TVA
Guest post: Apply for a bonus 10 to 20% credit for solar project funding
Low-income communities across Appalachia can apply for a bonus 10 to 20% tax credit available to eligible solar projects. There’s a limited priority application window for this tax credit, which can be stacked on top of other solar incentives!
TAGS: Appalachian Solar Finance Fund Low-Income Communities Bonus Credit Program Solar Investment Tax Credit U.S. Department of Energy
What’s going on with Duke Energy?
Duke Energy is the largest electricity provider in North Carolina, and we believe Duke is not doing enough to help with increasing renewable energy in the state or keeping energy bills low for all customers.
TAGS: carbon plan demand-side management Duke Energy Duke Energy Carolinas Duke Energy Progress Energy Efficiency North Carolina Utilities Commission PSE Healthy Energy
A step forward for clean water protections, but threats remain
In September, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced a new rule that restores certain protections for water under the Clean Water Act. The changes in the rule will give states and tribes more oversight over water protection within their boundaries.
Rising strong together: Hurley’s recovery journey, a community listening session and the road ahead
The tight-knit community of Hurley lies in the heart of Buchanan County, Virginia. Hurley has long grappled with the devastating consequences of floods and mudslides. Over the years, these residents have faced countless challenges, but their spirit remains unbroken.
Reviving North Tazewell, Va. — A Community’s Vision for East Riverside Drive
We recently co-hosted a gathering with residents of North Tazewell, Virginia, to discuss options for revitalizing a once-thriving center of commerce in their town, the East Riverside Drive area. Residents and local advocates shared illuminating ideas!
TAGS: abandoned mine lands appalachia Appalachian Voices economic development Economy southwest virginia
What the government spending fight means for Appalachia
Leaders in the Senate and the House need to come together to negotiate a final deal in order to keep the government funded. Appalachian Voices will keep fighting to fund these crucial programs and agencies to help protect coal mining communities and transition to clean energy.
TAGS: Americorps appropriations Black Lung Congress Distressed Area Recompete Program Economic Development Administration Fiscal Responsibility Act government shutdown Letcher County Prison Low Income Household Water Assistance Program Mine Safety and Health Administration mountain valley pipeline rural energy for america program U.S. Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement USDA Rural Partners Network White House Interagency Working Group on Coal and Power Plant Communities and Economic Revitalization
Appalachian success stories from climate infrastructure funding
In November 2021, President Biden signed the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, commonly known as the bipartisan infrastructure law, followed by other landmark legislation that, together, unlocked a wealth of federal climate infrastructure funding.
