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
Draft Revisions to DEQ Solar Permit-By-Rule (PBR) Regulations – HB 206
VACo put out a new podcast yesterday on HB206. This episode reviews regulations that amend the requirements for utility-scale solar installations to receive state permits to operate. Specifically, a 2022 law – commonly referred to as HB 206 – requires that applicants…
False Charges Dropped Against Five Salvadoran Water Defenders
International Allies Applaud the Dropping of the False Charges Against the Five Salvadoran Water Defenders Friday, October 18, 2024, 4 pm ET “No Crime to Pursue”: International Organizations Applaud Salvadoran Tribunal Ruling that the Five Salvadoran Water Defenders…
Newsletter # 172: Celebrate Friends of Buckingham’s 10th anniversary. Help shape our future!
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Growing Solar, Protecting Nature
The where and how of the solar projects placement is critical. When forests and agricultural lands are lost, the valuable services they provide like clean air, clean water, flood protection, and carbon capture also go missing. Harvard Forest and Mass Audubon present a…
VACo’s Podcast Series on Utility-scale Solar
A great podcast series from the “Voice of the Commonweath Counties” explains the threats facing us now. Part 1. Utility-Scale Solar – Legislative Outlook with Dean Lynch https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Z8nAfIo6YBBsPseIuCr13 In the first of a 2-part episode, Joe…
Best Management Practices (BMPs) for Utility Scale Solar Sites
“This document reflects … scientific opinion and position on these issues as of May 12, 2024, and will be revised and updated as needed due to changes in research findings or regulations.” “Even relatively small local projects (< 5 MW) can lead to significant…
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Piedmont Environmental Council
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Grassroots advocacy for clean energy, strong communities, and a healthy environment.
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