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Virginia groundwater report highlights areas of concern for Hampton Roads
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (1191+ words) A new state report finds groundwater resources are heading toward unsustainable levels in the eastern part of Virginia, including Hampton Roads, raising concerns for increased saltwater intrusion in drinking wells and the stability of aquifer recharge projects. Virginia’s coastal plain…...
Norfolk and Dominion Energy work with residents to shape streetlight upgrades after nearly a year-long pause
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (48+ words) Yahoo Norfolk's streetlight overhaul has been on hold for nearly a year after city leaders paused the rollout to hear directly from residents about concerns over brightness, glare, and environmental impact....
Norfolk students clean Haven Creek, tying environmental cleanup to climate and community impact
4+ mon, 2+ week ago (447+ words) NORFOLK, Va. — At Haven Creek in Norfolk, dozens of volunteers spent Sunday morning clearing trash from the shoreline, but organizers say the impact goes far beyond what’s visible. The cleanup, led by the student volunteer group ASEZ (Save the Earth…...
Environmentalist critiques wording of bill to study Virginia’s energy infrastructure
5+ mon, 2+ day ago (877+ words) RICHMOND — Lawmakers this session introduced companion bills to study how the state’s energy infrastructure can be more efficient. These bills come amid growing bipartisan concerns about rising energy costs, greenhouse gas emissions and the use of clean energy. Del. Lee…...
Virginia Beach approves preservation of land near Pleasure House Point
5+ mon, 4+ day ago (552+ words) VIRGINIA BEACH — City Council unanimously approved the acquisition of less than an acre of land near Pleasure House Point Natural Area and Crab Creek, preventing the development of up to 10 duplexes or five single-family homes. The city was awarded two…...
Virginia set to rejoin RGGI as utilities prepare to pass the cost back to ratepayers
5+ mon, 6+ day ago (176+ words) (VIRGINIA MERCURY) - Virginia is poised to reenter the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative this summer, a move that could again add a monthly charge to electricity customers’ bills as utilities resume buying carbon credits. State officials expect the commonwealth to participate…...
Rare plants arrive at Norfolk Botanical's $50 million 'Garden of Tomorrow' as opening delayed
5+ mon, 1+ week ago (344+ words) NORFOLK, Va. — The Norfolk Botanical Garden is installing rare and endangered plants in its new $50 million Garden of Tomorrow project, which is now slated to open late summer following construction delays. The 26,000-square-foot Perry Conservatory will feature rare and endangered…...
Virginia Beach Tree Canopy Loss
8+ mon, 3+ week ago (225+ words) Pleasure House Point is home to a wetlands renovation project that began in March of this year. The goal is to restore eight acres of tidal wetlands in the Pleasure House Point area. The tidal wetlands are important for animal…...
Berkley neighbors push back as Norfolk weighs Colonna’s Shipyard expansion
10+ mon, 2+ week ago (1179+ words) NORFOLK, Va. — As Norfolk City Council prepares to vote Tuesday night on a rezoning measure that could reshape the historic Berkley neighborhood, many residents say they’re not opposed to progress — they just want a seat at the table. The vote…...
A new Norfolk strategic plan aims to tackle flooding and housing issues
10+ mon, 2+ week ago (160+ words) A new draft strategic plan for the city of Norfolk seeks to address pressing issues like affordable housing and coastal flooding, among other goals. The draft NFK2050 plan was unanimously recommended for approval by the Norfolk Planning Commission Thursday. The plan…...