The City of Charlottesville, Jefferson-Madison Regional Library, and Piedmont Environmental Council invite you to read and discuss the new book Right of Way: Race, Class, and the Silent Epidemic of Pedestrian Deaths in America by Angie Schmitt.

Historically abundant throughout the east, the beloved eastern brook trout has been declining over the past century. Join the National Sporting Library and Museum for a talk about the state […]

Organizations, businesses, agencies, and individuals passionate about trails, mobility, and everyday access to the outdoors are working together on issues that none can solve individually. This virtual gathering will an […]

The winter meeting of the Piedmont Mobility Alliance will be an opportunity for individuals and groups to share updates and work on projects with collective benefit.

Let the good times roll with a low-stress ride and (bikes optional) Karnival Krewe procession! Free and appropriate for riders of all levels!

Come visit Mistwood, a stunning conserved property along the Rapidan River in Orange County, for a celebratory event marking PEC’s 50th anniversary.

In response to numerous land use issues along the Route 50 Corridor and the Middleburg area, The Piedmont Environmental Council invites you to join us for a community meeting at Buchanan Hall on July 12 at 5:30 p.m.

PEC is honored to return to the Oak Spring Garden Foundation’s Mellon Runway to celebrate our 50th anniversary and unveil our vision for the future as outlined in a new strategic plan.

@ Locust Grove Middle School, 6368 Flat Run Road, Locust Grove, VA 22508 PEC and our partners will lay out the case against the proposed Wilderness Crossing development in Orange County and give you the information you need to make sure your voice is heard - starting now, and again in person once the issue […]

How do people get around in Charlottesville? Why don’t people walk, bike or use transit more often? What can we do about transportation in our area? Move2Health Equity’s neighborhood-based community survey provides new insight into these questions.

Join the Warrenton Garden Club for an afternoon of inspiration and introductions to the local experts working on biodiversity conservation.

Join PEC for a celebratory, low-stress bike ride through the streets of Charlottesville, followed by a Karnival Krewe procession.

Join PEC for a volunteer tree planting at Clermont Farm on Friday, March 24, and Saturday, March 25!

Don’t miss this great opportunity to learn about successful strategies and available resources for your community. The half-day workshop will focus on giving your town or village the tools, resources, and contacts you need to implement pedestrian, streetscape, trail and traffic calming projects. It will also be an opportunity to network with other local leaders interested in making their Piedmont communities more vibrant and walkable.

Join The Piedmont Environmental Council's Julian W. Scheer Fauquier Land Conservation Fund for the 20th Annual Bluebell Walk on Cedar Run.

This family-friendly event is a delightful chance to walk amongst a beautiful streamside field of Virginia’s iconic and ephemeral bluebells on a private conserved property. Along the walk, hear from experts covering a wide range of topics including beavers, native meadow and riparian habitat restoration for birds, butterflies, and other critters, invasive species removal and more!