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PEC Expert Testimony in the TrAIL Line Case

PEC Expert Testimony in the TrAIL Line Case

In December 2007, Piedmont Environmental Council submitted the testimony of nine expert witnesses to the VA State Corporation Commission. These witnesses outline the many reasons this transmission line application should be denied by the SCC …
| | TrAIL Line Information
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Stewart, Douglas

As PEC’s grant writer since 2012, Douglas works to raise funds from grants, and strengthen PEC’s relationships with foundations and government agencies. During that time, PEC has been able to start new conservation initiatives and …
| | PEC Staff
Center for Invasive Species and Ecosystem Health

Center for Invasive Species and Ecosystem Health

This online resources provides names of species that have been listed on an invasive species list or noxious weed law in North America. For more information on each species, including the listing sources, images, and …
| | To Remove Invasive Species
Riparian Buffers - The Very Best Protection

Riparian Buffers – The Very Best Protection

Riparian buffers are the single most effective means of protecting water resources. Streams guarded by a healthy forested riparian buffer run far cleaner and cooler and are more stable than a stream without any kind …
| | Clean Water
Subdivision Ordinance Changes Being Considered

Subdivision Ordinance Changes Being Considered

On June 7th the Orange County Planning Commission voted unanimously to retain the time-phased component of the subdivision ordinance until an alternative is in place. We will keep you informed as this issue progresses …
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Who Accepts Conservation Easements / How Do I Get Started?

Choosing the right organization is essential for you and your property …
| | Intro to Conservation Easements
Why Should I Donate a Conservation Easement?

Why Should I Donate a Conservation Easement?

Your land matters to you and future generations …
| | Intro to Conservation Easements
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What Are the Public Benefits of Conservation Easements?

Protection of clean air, water, productive farms and forests, historic resources, wildlife habitat and more …
| | Intro to Conservation Easements
Virginia Solar Potential

Small-Scale Solar

Virginia has great solar potential– ranked 22nd of the 50 states, Virginia has more solar potential than New Jersey, the East Coast photovoltaic (PV) leader.  …
| | Distributed, Clean Generation
PEC Testifies to Congress on Transmission Policy

PEC Testifies to Congress on Transmission Policy

PEC President Chris Miller was one of twelve experts from across the country summoned to testify before a House of Representatives subcommittee at a June 12 hearing entitled “The Future of the Grid: Proposals for …
| | TrAIL Line Information