The mission of the Friends of Buckingham is to protect the natural environment and cultural heritage of Buckingham County.
For over a decade, we have had great successes: We helped to stop the Atlantic Coast Pipeline. Learn about our history and join us to stop the looming threats.
Valley Link
The proposed Valley Link transmission line would cut a 200-foot-wide corridor through Buckingham County, threatening farms, forests, property rights, and the health of our communities. Residents across the region are speaking out against this undemocratic and harmful land grab. Together we can make a difference!
Don’t let this plan occur!
Gold Mining
We have the right and the responsibility to protect the health, water, air and land of rural Buckingham and potentially millions of Commonwealth residents along the Virginia Gold-Pyrite Belt and downstream from the well known ravages of industrial gold mining.
Don’t let this plan occur!
Cumberland Gas Plant
For residents of Buckingham and surrounding counties who have spent years living with the environmental and industrial footprint of large-scale energy projects, the Cumberland proposal deepens concerns that rural communities are increasingly facing even greater industrialization and environmental risks as Dominion accelerates its energy buildout.
Don’t let this plan occur!
Industrial Solar
Virginia forests are being destroyed to make way for solar power plants. Thousands of acres have been lost and many more thousands are on the chopping block. Home to countless plants and animals, forests also clean our air and protect our water. The trees, vegetation, and soil of forests are vitally important for a healthy world.
Don’t let this plan occur!
Events – These Affect Buckingham County Lives
News
Solar inspiration from the Indigenous community
https://youtu.be/iXUTA675NB8
Energy Democracy: Building a Solar Dream in a Tar Sands Nightmare
We’ve been looking down far too long and digging the bottom of the barrel in dirty fossil fuels. We must now turn our gaze towards the sun and realize the true energy potential that is available to us here and now. We must choose to build healthy vibrant communities…
Mark Warner responds to a negative letter about the ACP
Thank you for contacting me regarding the proposed Atlantic Coast Pipeline. I appreciate hearing from you on this important issue. The proposed Atlantic Coast Pipeline (ACP) is a new natural gas pipeline that will stretch 550 miles in length from Harrison…
FERC formally announces the filing of Dominion for the Atlantic Coast Pipeline
FERC announcing Dominion has filed This document announces formally the Filing of Dominion, commenters need to register by October 23rd UNITED STATES OF AMERICA FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COMMISSION Atlantic Coast Pipeline, LLC Docket Nos. CP15-554-000…
Dominion plans three new solar farms – Richmond Times-Dispatch: Business
New solar power farms could be coming to Louisa, Powhatan and Isle of Wight counties, Dominion Virginia Power announced Thursday. Source: Dominion plans three new solar farms – Richmond Times-Dispatch: Business Note the relatively small investment compared to the ACP,…
Compressor Advisory: We don’t need one.
FARMVILLE HERALD Published 1:31 pm Thursday, October 1, 2015 By Jeff Kamen I spent 45 years as a reporter around the world, digging out the truth. I’ve lived in Buckingham for almost two years and I’m staying. I’m your neighbor. We shop in the same stores and treat…
Our Friends
Piedmont Environmental Council
Protecting and restoring the lands and waters of the Virginia Piedmont, while building stronger, more sustainable communities.
Southern Environmental Law Center
The Southern Environmental Law Center is a team of more than 120 legal and policy experts working in nine offices across six states and in Washington D.C.
Virginia Conservation Network
Provides collaborative work in engaging with their partners in creating strong environmental policy at the state legislative level.
Appalachian Voices
Grassroots advocacy for clean energy, strong communities, and a healthy environment.
Virginia Organizing
Virginia Organizing is a non-partisan statewide grassroots organization dedicated to challenging injustice by empowering people in local communities to address issues that affect the quality of their lives.