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.
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
Thanks to Shenandoah Supervisors for Action on Corridor H
Community members in Shenandoah County are concerned about West Virginia’s proposed continuation of Corridor H to connect with I-81 near Strasburg.
2023 General Assembly Preview Watch Party
Join conservation advocates in the Valley to learn about legislative action anticipated in the 2023 General Assembly.
The Outdoors is YOURS
Join us in Harrisonburg on December 1 for a conversation about how you use (or want to use) the outdoors – from neighborhood parks to the million-plus acre George Washington National Forest to the west.
El aire libre es SUYO
Acompáñenos en Harrisonburg el 1 de diciembre para una conversación sobre cómo usa (o quiere usar) los espacios al aire libre – desde los parques del vecindario hasta el Bosque Nacional George Washington de más de un millón de acres al oeste.
Solar part of farm lifestyle for Liskey family
Perhaps the post on the Farm Choice Facebook page five years ago when the store went solar best summed it all up: “We have a new crop. We are harvesting solar energy.”
Our North Star – John Adamson
This year, we honored the late John Adamson with our first North Star recognition. In his words: Anything is possible with patience, politeness and persistence.