Getting it right with solar
With the right local and state guidelines in place, we hope to see solar projects in the Shenandoah Valley that minimize negative impact and even benefit local communities.
Solar Figures into the Future of Mount Jackson Farm
When Fred Garber surveys the progress of the new solar installation on his family farm in Mount Jackson, he sees the future. And that gives the nearly 79-year-old a tiny bit of peace.
Shenandoah Solar Ordinance Approved
We applaud Shenandoah County for approving a solar ordinance that successfully balances protection of agricultural lands while allowing opportunity for new energy development.
April showers bring…Earth Day!
A day of celebration, appreciation, and stewardship of our iconic landscapes, clean streams and rivers and vibrant communities.
Shenandoah Solar Ordinance Update
The proposed ordinance includes many of the protective design standards for utility-scale solar development that the Alliance has advocated for
Transportation Planning & Land Conservation go Hand-in-Hand
With a guarantee that there will never be subdivisions, supermarkets, or strip malls to service, replacing a rural roadway with a four lane highway becomes a poor investment.
Transportation Solutions Woven Into Good Land Use
The problem with extensive improvements, in addition to the hefty price tag, is the draw that improved roads have for development.
Alliance comments in opposition of Corridor H
The Alliance agrees with and supports the resolutions recently adopted by Shenandoah County Board of Supervisors and the Strasburg Town Council opposing construction of Corridor H in Virginia.
Strasburg signs on in opposition of Corridor H
“There appear to be no benefits to the citizens of Strasburg that would result from constructing a Corridor H Highway to connect with I-81 and/or I-66 near Strasburg, Virginia.”
Rural Transportation System Launches and it is a Success!
“I love ShenGo” and “ShenGo is great” are two phrases heard during the county’s outreach efforts soliciting input on the future as part of the comprehensive plan update.