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Nature Forward is the longest-serving independent environmental organization in the DC area, linking conservation with environmental education. https://natureforward.org/
Also, check out Virginia Conservation Network’s bill tracker: vcnva.org/bill-tracker/ and Piedmont Environmental Council’s data center bill tracker: www.pecva.org/region/regio...
Virginia Conservation Policy Bill Tracker
Policy positions taken by Virginia Conservation Network, supported by Virginia’s conservation community for the 2022 General Assembly Session.
vcnva.org
February 6, 2026 at 9:36 PM
In photo order, we met with Del. Marcus Simon (District 13), Sen. Stella G. Pekarsky (District 36), Sen. Saddam Azlan Salim (District 37), and Del. Katrina E. Callsen (District 54).

Thank you to everyone who joined us! Learn more about our high priority bills here: natureforward.org/2026-va-ga-p...
2026 Virginia General Assembly Legislative Priorities - Nature Forward
Nature Forward inspires residents of the greater Washington, DC, region to appreciate, understand, and protect their natural environment through outdoor experiences, education, and advocacy.
natureforward.org
February 6, 2026 at 9:36 PM
📷: P. Hughes (Image 1) and Michael Swan (Image 3)
February 4, 2026 at 5:06 PM
February 4, 2026 at 5:02 PM
🌿"The data center rebellion is here, and it's reshaping the political landscape" by Evan Halper, Washington Post: www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...
The data center rebellion is here, and it’s reshaping the political landscape
As the buildout of AI infrastructure alarms communities, it is fast emerging as a potent electoral issue across the political divide.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 12, 2026 at 3:14 PM
🌿"AI: Mapping the Power Hungry AI Data Center Race across 50 States" by Michael Parekh, Substack: michaelparekh.substack.com/p/ai-mapping... - Angie McCarthy, our MD Conservation Advocate is mentioned!
January 12, 2026 at 3:14 PM
🌿"Data centers spark a 'fight for the soul' of this mostly Black Maryland county" by Lateshia Beachum, Washington Post: www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/202...

🌿"Bills would tighten oversight on data centers in Virginia" by Dave Ress, Richmond Times-Dispatch: richmond.com/news/state-r...
January 12, 2026 at 3:14 PM