Must Jamestown’s Historic Character Be Destroyed?
Must Jamestown’s Historic Character Be Destroyed? Could other options provide sufficient, reliable power without ruining this historic area? Alternatives must be analyzed and evaluated by the public.
Dominion Virginia Power has applied for a permit from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to build a massive 500 kV electric transmission line directly through this historic setting to fulfill the supposed energy needs of the Peninsula of Virginia. They would construct 17 towers, some nearly as tall as the Statue of Liberty, all heavily-lit day and night. This chronic eyesore would light up the pristine night skies, threaten the endangered Atlantic sturgeon, and disrupt the significant local tourism industry while permanently damaging Jamestown’s historic setting.
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Blog Post
Threat of Ambler Road Places Kobuk Wild & Scenic River on ‘Most Endangered’ List
NPCA’s president and CEO shares why this remote part of Alaska and its national parks must be protected from an industrial mining road.
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Press Release
Commonsense update of oil and gas leasing protects parks and public lands
“This long-overdue update shows a commitment to balancing conservation with oil and gas leasing on public lands, better prioritizing the protection of our national…
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Press Release
Conservation Groups Secure Settlement to Protect Glen Canyon, Shaping Motorized Vehicle Use Management
“Known for its iconic sandstone cliffs, exquisite dark skies and preserved natural soundscapes, the Orange Cliffs area is a sanctuary within Glen Canyon. NPCA applauds this…
