Accelerating resiliency planning in communities across the Commonwealth
The materials on this site provide a variety of information about resilience and best practices to incorporate into CEDS planning and implementation.
The Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities program aims to shift federal focus away from reactive disaster spending and toward research-supported, proactive investment in community resilience.
The DOE’s Better Buildings Initiative finds new ways to connect partners and stakeholders with key resources and recognition opportunities.
The Green Tech Alliance brings together green technology businesses to support them with advice about funding, impact, visibility and strategy with the help of top VCs, journalists, advisors and entrepreneurs.
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change’s official website provides reports, information on its working groups, activities, news, and updated calendar.
2023 Conference: Economic Opportunities for Community Resilience; Lynchburg Rising Project Culminates at Race and Social Justice Conference; Website Relaunch + The Resilient Virginia Resource Hub; Resilient Virginia Joins MARISA Year 8 Advisory Committee; State and Local News; Resources and Funding; more.
The Lynchburg Rising project concluded with the 7th Annual Race and Social Justice Conference. Resilient Virginia partnered with Many Voices One Community and the University of Lynchburg to host the conference and kicked off the conference with a Lynchburg Rising Roundtable Discussion.
When we invest our time, resources, and energy into addressing climate, social, and economic risks, this investment can positively impact communities for generations.
Our 2023 Conference delivered tools, information, and networking opportunities for Virginia’s resiliency leaders and professionals.
The materials on this site provide a variety of information about resilience and best practices to incorporate into CEDS planning and implementation.
The Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities program aims to shift federal focus away from reactive disaster spending and toward research-supported, proactive investment in community resilience.
The DOE’s Better Buildings Initiative finds new ways to connect partners and stakeholders with key resources and recognition opportunities.
The Green Tech Alliance brings together green technology businesses to support them with advice about funding, impact, visibility and strategy with the help of top VCs, journalists, advisors and entrepreneurs.
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change’s official website provides reports, information on its working groups, activities, news, and updated calendar.
2023 Conference: Economic Opportunities for Community Resilience; Lynchburg Rising Project Culminates at Race and Social Justice Conference; Website Relaunch + The Resilient Virginia Resource Hub; Resilient Virginia Joins MARISA Year 8 Advisory Committee; State and Local News; Resources and Funding; more.
The Lynchburg Rising project concluded with the 7th Annual Race and Social Justice Conference. Resilient Virginia partnered with Many Voices One Community and the University of Lynchburg to host the conference and kicked off the conference with a Lynchburg Rising Roundtable Discussion.
When we invest our time, resources, and energy into addressing climate, social, and economic risks, this investment can positively impact communities for generations.
Our 2023 Conference delivered tools, information, and networking opportunities for Virginia’s resiliency leaders and professionals.
This Climate Conversation will be held in-person (and livestreamed) as part of the Greater Baltimore Climate Summit, where speakers will discuss how science is incorporated into policy at different levels of government, and opportunities…
This virtual workshop will consider current scientific understanding and gaps 1) for observing and understanding extreme warm-season rainfall in mountainous terrain, and 2) for modeling such precipitation for active events and retrospective analysis, including producing information…
The Virginia Council on Environmental Justice plans to meet on Wednesday, November 5th, 2025 11:30am-5:00pm at the Essex Public Library, 117 North Church Lane, Tappahannock, VA 22560. The meeting will also be held virtually via WebEx…
Striving to reduce harm, all while strengthening the company’s overall success and resilience, this film provides an inspirational roadmap for business leaders who want to confront climate change before it’s too late.
The Power of Partnership … Spotlight On Webinar Series … Resilience Certificate Survey … Interactive StoryMaps Advance Climate Equity … RVCA Updates … Tackling Emerging Contaminants Water Technical Assistance … Closing America’s Wastewater Access Gap Initiative … Firewise Virginia Community Hazard Mitigation Grant Program … more.
VCU RISE has launched interactive StoryMaps to highlight environmental justice issues in Charles City County, Emporia, and Richmond. Learn how these equity-focused tools blend local data, maps, and community stories to support planning, resource access, and climate resilience.
Resilient Virginia has joined the American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN) as a proud state affiliate—connecting our local work to a powerful national movement for a just, equitable, and sustainable economy. This partnership gives us—and our members—greater access to resources, national campaigns, funding opportunities, and a stronger policy voice. Learn how this affiliation is helping us scale impact and drive sustainable change across Virginia.
This fall, Resilient Virginia is rolling out a lineup of virtual and in-person events aimed at bringing people together and sharing real-world tools for building stronger, more resilient communities across the state. From webinars and workshops to networking meetups, there’s something for everyone—whether you’re focused on agriculture, energy, infrastructure, the economy, or community development, or just getting started on your resilience journey.
Couldn’t attend every session at the recent Resilient Virginia Conference — or weren’t able to attend at all? You’re not alone—and we’ve got you covered.
Resilient Virginia is planning a series of post-conference sessions that will revisit the most in-demand topics from the conference—and the first three are happening soon!