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Interested in solving climate change? You are welcome in Citizens’ Climate. We’re regular people from Virginia who are working together to get climate laws passed. We believe that the only way to tackle climate change is together. We connect over shared concerns, build consensus, and work with elected officials from every party towards climate solutions.

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9 active chapters in Virginia

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Alexandria

Alexandria, Arlington, Falls Church, and parts of Fairfax

Charlottesville

Charlottesville and Albemarle County and all VA05 residents

Fairfax County

Fairfax, McLean, Oakton, Reston, Annandale, Vienna, Herndon, Chantilly, Great Falls, Lorton, Burke

Loudoun County

Loudoun County Virginia

Lynchburg

Lynchburg, VA + Counties of Amherst, Appomattox, Bedford, Campbell, Nelson

New River Valley

Southwest, Virginia (Covington to Martinsville to Wheeler and about everywhere in between)

Richmond

Richmond

Roanoke

Roanoke

William and Mary

Willaimsburg, VA

2025 Virginia stats

1,674

Contacts with Legislators

52

Lobby meetings

102

Media publications

37

Outreach Events

Meet the Virginia State Coordinators

Chris Wiegard

Virginia State Coordinator

Chris Wiegard

Chris Wiegard is a retired librarian and grandparent living in the Richmond Virginia area. He enjoys native gardening, LTE writing, and fun runs.

Chris Milo

Virginia State Coordinator

Chris Milo

Chris Milo lives in Ashburn, VA and has served with Citizens’ Climate Lobby since 2023. He currently leads the CCL Loudoun County chapter of CCL and the CCL Virginia State Policy Team.

Frequently asked questions

How do I find a CCL chapter in Virginia?

Fill out the join form, and we’ll connect you with your closest local chapter automatically based on your zip code. A volunteer from your local chapter will reach out to let you know when their next meeting is being held and how you can start to get involved.

What will I do as a volunteer with CCL Virginia?

As a volunteer, you might get involved in any of these types of activities:

  • Meet with your Senators, your Representative, and their staff about climate solutions.
  • Write and speak about climate solutions in your local newspaper and to local journalists
  • Talk about climate solutions to your community through local events and presentations.
  • Educate and engage your local leaders so they can speak up in support of climate solutions.
  • Organize your local CCL chapter to keep volunteers active, inspired, and effective.

When you sign up and get connected with your local chapter, your Group Leader will get to know you and help you find meaningful activities that fit with your skills and interests.

Can I participate if there isn’t a chapter in my part of Virginia?

Absolutely. Many Virginia volunteers participate from areas without a nearby chapter — you can dial into CCL’s national meetings on Zoom, take monthly actions from home, or volunteer with one of CCL’s national Action Teams.

We can also support you with all the training and information you need to start a chapter in your area.

What lawmakers does CCL Virginia meet with?

CCL’s mission is focused on advancing effective climate solutions at the federal level, so your local chapter meets with Virginia’s representatives and senators in the U.S. Congress.

What are the top climate issues in Virginia?

Virginia is already experiencing hotter temperatures and more frequent extreme heat, along with heavier rainfall that increases flooding risks for communities and infrastructure. In the future, these impacts are likely to intensify, along with growing health risks from ticks and mosquitoes.