From rallies and educational workshops to lobby days, the Virginia legislative session is an opportunity to show our decision makers what’s possible when people demand better. Every action, big or small, adds up to real change.
We have one of the shortest law-making sessions in the country, so lock in, show up, and help make Virginia a model for bold climate solutions.
The Sierra Club Virginia Chapter Action Opportunities
Climate Lobby Day
Tues, Feb 17
Time: 8:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Where: 815 E Grace St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
What: Join the Sierra Club Virginia Chapter and Chesapeake Climate Action Network to channel our collective voices into action as we lobby for priority climate legislation. Whether you have lobbied for years or are brand new, we welcome you to join us.
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Take Action to Protect Our Public Health
What: Tell your legislators to support House Bill 507
What: Data center diesel generators should be a last resort, installed only for emergency backup power. But recently, the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has approved nearly 2,000 for non-emergency use for data centers across Virginia. These generators are large, shipping-container-sized engines installed by the thousands and increasingly located near homes, schools, and neighborhoods. When these generators run, they harm our climate and emit cancer-causing pollution and other toxins. HB 507 puts a stop to this by ensuring that diesel generators may only be used for emergency purposes. The bill also improves transparency for nearby communities and requires an assessment of how diesel pollution impacts public health.
Events
Other Lobby Days
A Lobby Day is an opportunity to speak with your representatives about the issues you care about. It's the most impactful way to ensure your legislator defends laws that matter to you and your community! For your planning purposes, all of these events will be held within the vicinity of the Virginia Capitol building.
Tues, Jan 27 – Clean Water Lobby Day
Time: 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
What: Clean Water Lobby Day is your chance to help advance policies that benefit clean water and meet Chesapeake Bay restoration goals. Hosted by the Chesapeake Bay Foundation.
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Thurs, Jan 29 – No New Gas for Big Tech Lobby Day
Time: starts 7:30 AM
What: Join the No New Gas Plants coalition at the No New Gas for Big Tech Lobby Day to demand change! More details to come.
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Wed, Feb 4 – VCN Conservation Lobby Day
Time: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
What: Virginia Conservation Network’s annual Conservation Lobby Day! Meet with legislators and advocate for key environmental policies during the General Assembly session.
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Mon, Feb 9 – Data Center Reform Lobby Day
Time: 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Where: St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Richmond, VA
What: Lobby day organized by the Virginia Data Center Reform Coalition to urge lawmakers for smarter data center development policy.
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Tues, Feb 17 – Climate Lobby Day
Time: 8:00 AM - 1:30 PM
What: Join the Sierra Club Virginia Chapter and Chesapeake Climate Action Network to channel our collective voices into action as we lobby for priority climate legislation. Whether you have lobbied for years or are brand new, this event is welcome to you.
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