Third Act RVA

08/12/2026

Have you read our latest newsletter? We publish it every two weeks and it's chock full of informative articles relating to environmental and democracy issues pertinent to the Richmond area. We also share upcoming events from our organization as well as partner organizations we support. Check it out and subscribe to keep informed, inspired, and supported!

We’ll be teaming up with the Environmental Voter Project to write postcards to environmental voters in Virginia who need some extra encouragement to get out and vote this November. We have the postcards, stamps and addresses, so all we need is your time! RSVP here.

08/11/2026

DEMYSTIFYING SOCIALLY RESPONSIBLE INVESTING
With Roberta Keller, Founder and CEO of Alexis Advisors
Sept. 29th, 2026 5pm / Gather, Scott's Addition 2920 W. Broad St.

If you’ve changed how you vote, shop, eat, travel and advocate for climate action, what about your investments? Join Roberta Keller for an engaging conversation that cuts through politics and misinformation surrounding sustainable investing. So mark your calendars and join us for this dynamic presentation. RSVP at: [email protected].

07/14/2026

Our latest newsletter has been published - check it out!

https://mailchi.mp/5217a22e6887/welcome-to-our-new-newsletter-2052871?e=83f688d0b2

06/15/2026

Did you watch "Rise Up, Sing Out" last night? If not google the recording on YouTube. It's well worth a watch! Now.... there are 4 action items they are asking us to do. Let's get to it! Find the action items here: https://riseupsingout.com

06/14/2026

Write your representatives!

Rather than advance reform, the budget fails to act on largest tax giveaways in Virginia’s rapidly expanding data center tax exemption.

06/09/2026

Read this article by Third Act RVA member Gary Goldberg, MD. It has some great info on the dangers of data centers and the need to be informed and push back.

By Gary Goldberg, MD It is really important for every caring citizen of Virginia, the USA, and around the world to fully understand the significant risks of the rapid build-out...

06/09/2026

Please read this article - it's a concerning article about Shoosmith Landfill, and the potential catastrophic pollution we could end up paying for. There are action items at the end of the article.

https://rvamag.com/community/why-richmond-residents-should-be-paying-attention-to-shoosmith-landfill.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawSUOKhleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEegtET-gisK7ZvukSzJTiraE0rLClKMhxTfrI9qmEVuQcZKFyVRyOgLNoqmIk_aem_ymh9sd4TYjf8Ib9jniNdxA

A bankrupt landfill in Chesterfield County is generating tens of thousands of gallons of leachate each day, raising concerns among regulators, environmental groups, and state officials. With cleanup costs estimated at $173 million and funding uncertain, Shoosmith Landfill has become a growing issue....