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Appalachian Trail

New book on Appalachian Trail’s history published this week

A new book that explores the history and development of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail, which is such a prominent feature in our region, was published June 8. The Appalachian Trail: A Biography is authored by Phil D’Anieri, a lecturer

Daniel Shaffer June 11, 2021June 11, 2021 Pipeline Updates Read more

Conservation groups purchase land to preserve views from McAfee Knob

Card – The Roanoke Times – 12/22/20

Daniel Shaffer January 8, 2021January 8, 2021 Regional & MVP Read more

With Supreme Court case over, courts again weigh whether Atlantic Coast Pipeline is needed

Card – Virginia Mercury – 6/23/20

Daniel Shaffer June 26, 2020 Local & ACP Read more

Foot on the gas: Anti-pipeline activists fight on, undeterred by Supreme Court

Card – Cville – 6/24/20

Daniel Shaffer June 26, 2020 Local & ACP Read more

Supreme Court Oks ACP to Cross Appalachian Trail in Cowpasture Decision

The U.S. Supreme Court, by a 7-2 decision on June 15, overturned a decision by the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals that the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) did not have authority to grant a permit for the Atlantic Coast Pipeline

Daniel Shaffer June 19, 2020 Pipeline Updates Read more

Pipeline wins Appalachian Trail battle but may lose war

Card – E&E News – 6/16/20 Related: As Supreme Court hands win to Atlantic Coast Pipeline, other hurdles remain for project

Daniel Shaffer June 19, 2020 Local & ACP Read more

State Officials Applaud U.S. Supreme Court Atlantic Coast Pipeline Decision

Card – The Intelligencer. Wheeling News-Register – 6/17/20

Daniel Shaffer June 19, 2020 Local & ACP Read more

Why a SCOTUS Case Over the Atlantic Pipeline Project Could Have Big Implications

Card – Law.com – 3/25/20

Daniel Shaffer March 27, 2020 Local & ACP Read more

Q&A: NRDC attorney on the legal issues behind Atlantic Coast Pipeline challenge

Card – Energy News Network – 3/19/20

Daniel Shaffer March 20, 2020 Local & ACP Read more

Supreme Court Hears the Forest Service Case

A very engaged U.S. Supreme Court (SCOTUS) heard on February 24 arguments for and against overturning the Fourth Circuit Court Appeals’ December 13, 2018 decision to vacate the U.S. Forest Service (NFS)permit for the Atlantic Coast Pipeline (ACP).  After the

Daniel Shaffer February 28, 2020 Pipeline Updates Read more
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ABRA CONSERVATION HUB 

ABRA’s Conservation Hub program promotes responsible resource management by providing access to critical information needed for effective public involvement in environmental review and oversight.

Following the defeat of the Atlantic Coast Pipeline in 2020, ABRA initiated the Conservation Hub to support informed public engagement with the broader range of environmental issues confronting the Allegheny-Blue Ridge Mountain region. The Conservation Hub builds on the analysis and information sharing capacity achieved through ABRA’s Pipeline CSI project during the years of ACP opposition.

The Conservation Hub is based on the use of GIS mapping to provide details and context for land development projects and management practices that involve risk of environmental harm, as well as for environmental preservation and restoration initiatives. The Conservation Hub also provides access to regulatory documents and assessments related to specific projects or issues.

Multiple Conservation Hub sites, focused on individual projects or issues, have been developed collaboratively with ABRA’s partners and allies. Going forward, we invite conservation groups, individuals, and communities to provide ideas for new Hub sites and GIS mapping that can contribute to informed public engagement on behalf of environmental integrity in the Allegheny-Blue Ridge region.

ABRA

The Allegheny Blue-Ridge Alliance Is dedicated to promoting and protecting the environmental integrity of the Allegheny-Blue Ridge region and the surrounding  Central Appalachian Highlands of Virginia and West Virginia.

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Rick Webb, Executive Director
Dan Shaffer, GIS Administrator

Post Office Box 96
Monterey, Virginia 24465

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