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
Offshore Wind Power: New Technologies | WVTF
A poll by the National Resources Defense Council shows 88% of Virginians want the state to use more wind and solar power, and the federal government has Source: Offshore Wind Power: New Technologies | WVTF The last of a three part series, this produces even more…
Offshore Wind Power: No Promises for VA’s Coast | WVTF
Dominion Virginia Power has leased land offshore for a wind park, but it’s not clear when construction might begin. The company says a demonstration Source: Offshore Wind Power: No Promises for VA’s Coast | WVTF More details about Dominion dragging it’s feet on…
Offshore Wind Power: From Denmark to Virginia | WVTF
This year, the federal government said it would give nearly $47 million to each of three states hoping to develop offshore wind power – Virginia, New Source: Offshore Wind Power: From Denmark to Virginia | WVTF
China greenhouse gases: Progress is made, report says – BBC News
China’s greenhouse gas emissions could start to decline within 10 years, says a London School of Economics report. Source: China greenhouse gases: Progress is made, report says – BBC News Funny isn’t it? The whole world is moving toward renewables with determination,…
Walmart To Generate Solar Energy At More Than 75 Percent Of Its Stores In California
Walmart’s solar power initiative will total more than 130 stores by the end of 2013; Adds hundreds of jobs through partnership with California-based SolarCity WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept. 21 – Source: Walmart To Generate Solar Energy At More Than 75 Percent Of Its…
Breaking Ground, Breaking Hearts | Appalachian Chronicle
Source: Breaking Ground, Breaking Hearts | Appalachian Chronicle
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.