The Sierra Club Virginia Chapter is a grassroots, non-partisan advocacy organization dedicated to building a commonwealth where all people may enjoy our natural treasures, access clean air and water, and thrive in a healthy community. At over 20,000 members strong, the Virginia Chapter coordinates action to promote climate solutions and oppose projects and policies that put the interests of polluters above the needs of communities through an inclusive, justice-centered movement.
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Sierra Club Statement on Dominion Energy’s Proposed Integrated Resource Plan
October 16, 2024
“Dominion’s IRP further exposes the ugly truth: explosive data center growth is fundamentally unconducive to maintaining affordable electric bills...
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Advisory: Climate Advocates Join Community Members to Rally Against Reckless Data Center Expansion in Virginia
May 24, 2024
Sunday June 2, 2024
Reston, VA – Community members and activists will gather on Sunday, June 2, 2024, to rally against the harmful, unchecked expansion of data centers in Virginia, the data center capital of the globe. The event, held at 12098...
EPA Finalizes Package of Standards to Slash Power Plant Pollution, Helping Advance the Transition from Coal to Clean Energy
April 25, 2024
Federal standards will ensure cleaner, reliable power for Virginia, protecting the climate and the health of our communities