Roanoke Valley Cool Cities Coalition

RVCCC is organized for the public good for the purpose of improving air quality, promoting energy security, and curbing global warming by bringing about a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. To accomplish this purpose, RVCCC intends to: 1. Educate the public and government officials within our community about such matters as: The science and consequences of global warming; The impacts of fossil fuel combustion on air quality, human health, and the natural environment; Issues relating to the limited supply of fossil fuels; The environmental and social impacts of fossil fuel extraction practices; The benefits of energy conservation, energy efficiency, and the use of clean, renewable energy sources; The technology and availability of alternative fuels; The technology and availability of renewable energy generating systems; The technology and sources of energy efficient products; The concepts and benefits of conservation and the sustainable use of natural resources; The concepts and benefits of energy efficient or "green" architecture and building practices; International, national, state and local initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions; 2. Reduce the burden of local government by helping identify ways to reduce utility and fuel expenses through energy efficiency, conservation, and the use of clean, renewable energy source.