Current Issues
As wind energy becomes more popular, the Shenandoah Valley will likely see many applications for commercial wind energy. Keep up with county zoning ordinances and find out how SVN and our partners are working to protect the region from irreversible harm.
SVN member Shenandoah Forum recently hosted the 2nd in a series of community forums on wind energy.
SVN has significant concerns about the impacts industrial wind would have on wildlife and ecosystems on the intact forested ridgelines of the GW National Forest.
Get the latest on planning being done in anticipation of applications for industrial wind energy in the region.
View our most recent wind energy report which includes information on steps local governments have taken so far and an example of a beneficial wind energy ordinance.
