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
Politicians react to FERC pipeline certifications
U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine used the phrase “very suspicious circumstances” Monday to describe how a federal agency announced it had approved two deeply controversial natural gas pipelines that will burrow through different regions of Virginia. Kaine, a Democrat who was in…
Journey the James September 3-8, 2017
When Laney Sullivan first announced her plans to follow up on the 150 mile “Walking the Line into the Heart of Virginia”, with “Journey the James”, I took muted delight, as I was in recovery from Lyme’s. I had missed the Walk, not yet knowing I had Lyme’s, thinking I…
Times-Dispatch articles expose Dominion’s manipulation of government for its own enrichment—and that ain’t the half of it
Over the past few days the Richmond Times-Dispatch has run a three-part special report detailing Dominion Energy’s grip on the Virginia General Assembly and the company’s abuse of that power to enrich itself at the expense of its captive customers. Journalists Robert…
Sisters of Lancaster Standing Up to Atlantic Sunrise Pipeline
Dear Friends – This is a mass call for action to every one of you who has committed to stopping the Atlantic Sunrise pipeline. Williams, the builder, has told the Sisters that they will begin construction on Monday. We will be there, together. MONDAY, OCTOBER 16, 7 AM…
As expected, reaction mixed to pipeline decision
WAYNESBORO — Friday’s approval of the Atlantic Coast Pipeline by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission generated predictable reactions from both those for and against the pipeline. FERC voted 2-1 to green light the 600-mile natural gas conduit, 55 miles of which…
How the Richmond-based utility company became one of the most influential political forces in Virginia
DOMINION RULES A quick history of Dominion Energy, the SCC, and your electric rates. THE SERIES During the past two decades, Dominion Energy has emerged as one of the most influential political forces in Virginia. Last month, in a decision that could allow the…
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Virginia Conservation Network
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Grassroots advocacy for clean energy, strong communities, and a healthy environment.
Virginia Organizing
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