Category: Chapter News

Sierra Club Disappointed by Gov’s Uranium Directive

By Mary Rafferty on Jan 19, 2012 in Featured, General Assembly, Uncategorized, Uranium Mining

For Immediate Release
January 19, 2012
For More Information
Lisa Guthrie (804) 240-1976
Mary Rafferty (401) 862-8749
Chris Miller (540) 347-2334
Conservation Groups Disappointed by  Governor’s Administrative Directive on Uranium Mining
In response to Governor McDonnell’s recent directive, conservation organizations expressed concern about the rush to write regulations for the uranium industry behind closed doors.
“On behalf of Virginians across the Commonwealth, we are disappointed by [...]

Jan 23rd: Citizen Lobby Day

By Mary Rafferty on Jan 11, 2012 in Chapter News, Clean Energy Solutions, General Assembly, Uranium Mining

January 23: Conservation Lobby Day.
In a few days, Virginia’s General Assembly members, and a swath of high paid corporate lobbyists, will head back to Richmond for what could be one of the most important legislative sessions for our environment in recent memory.
We face significant challenges this year. The [...]

Warm Up with our Winter 2012 ODS

By Eileen Levandoski on Dec 21, 2011 in Chapter News

The Winter 2012 edition of the Old Dominion Sierran turns up the heat on Dominion Virginia Power and their stranglehold on the legislative and regulatory process. Click here to check out those articles and much, much more!
Winter 2012

Unsustainable Me
Notes from the Chair
JR Tolbert, assistant director, leaves
National Sierra Club election
2012 legislative session [...]

Help Wanted: Chapter Assistant Director for Legislation and Development

By Eileen Levandoski on Dec 09, 2011 in Chapter News, Help Wanted

[Posted Dec. 9, 2011] – The Sierra Club Virginia Chapter is seeking an Assistant Director for Legislation and Development. Proven skills and a track record in both areas are a must. Knowledge of environmental issues and experience in working with volunteer leaders in a collaborative decision making process are also essential. Deadline for [...]

Falls of the James Holiday Celebration with SC President Robin Mann as Keynote

By Eileen Levandoski on Dec 06, 2011 in Chapter News

The Falls of the James Group, Sierra Club’s 30th Holiday Celebration will be held Wednesday, December 7 at 6:30 P.M., at the seasonally decorated Science Museum of Virginia, located at 2500 West Broad Street in Richmond. The evening includes buffet dinner, holiday music, silent auction, and features keynote speaker and current President of The Sierra [...]

2011 Gathering – A Rousing Success

By Eileen Levandoski on Dec 04, 2011 in Chapter News

With over 80 participants, the 2011 Gathering was another rousing success and a highlight of the year.

Help Wanted: Associate Organizing Rep in SW Virginia

By Eileen Levandoski on Nov 22, 2011 in Chapter News, Help Wanted

[Posted Nov. 22, 2011] – The Sierra Club, a leading national environmental organization, seeks an Associate Organizing Representative for Southwest Virginia. This is a full-time grant-funded position which requires extensive travel. Location Southwest Virginia.
The Associate Organizing Representative is responsible for recruiting, training and involving volunteers on public education campaigns to develop strong community-based teams and [...]

ODS Fall 2011

By Eileen Levandoski on Sep 26, 2011 in Chapter News

No slowing down for the Virginia Chapter of the Sierra Club. Check out our Fall 2011 edition of the Old Dominion Sierran!
Fall 2011

Big Victories for Sierra Club’s Beyond Coal
Notes from the Chair
Sierra Club honors Ivy Main and Charles Price
Last chance to join the fun and camaraderie
Anti-environment politicians trying to send Virginia in wrong direction
Tea [...]

2011 Annual Gathering

By Mary Rafferty on Aug 28, 2011 in Chapter News

Every year Virginia Sierra Club members join together for a weekend of hiking, music, fun and, of course, learning about how to protect our natural environment in Virginia. This 3 day, 2 night gathering includes nature hikes, campaign briefings and gourmet food. If you’ve never been this is the year to try it out and [...]

ODS Summer 2011

By Eileen Levandoski on Jul 08, 2011 in Chapter News

Sierra Club Virginia Chapter is making the Summer sizzle! Click here to check it out!
Inside the Summer 2011 edition of the Old Dominion Sierran:
A Greener Virginia through Sierra Club Activism
Tea Party threatens Albemarle County’s environmental progress
Sierra Club passes resolution on Citizens’ United
Join Sierrans at Annual Gathering at Prince William Forest Park
Every member General Assembly [...]