RICHMOND, Va., June 27, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Whether your idea of summer fun is exploring museums or trails, star-gazing or watching river otters at play, environmental grants from Dominion Energy's charitable foundation support a variety of eco-friendly summer venues and activities in the region.
"In Virginia and North Carolina, we've awarded $255,000 to support local parks, gardens, museums and aquariums that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and walks of life," said Hunter A. Applewhite, president of the Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation. "These public venues add beauty and vitality to our community, and they provide great options for summertime learning and fun."
Here are some eco-friendly summer destinations to consider in Virginia and North Carolina:
The programs received Environmental and Education Stewardship grants awarded by the company's charitable arm, the Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation.
About Dominion Energy
Nearly 6 million customers in 19 states heat and cool their homes and power their businesses with electricity or natural gas from The company's record of reliable, safe and clean energy regularly places it among American's most-admired utilities. One of the nation's leading operators of solar energy, Dominion Energy is one of just three companies to have reduced carbon intensity by more than 40 percent since 2000. Headquartered in Richmond, Va., Dominion Energy contributes more than $20 million annually to the community, supports military veterans and their families, and practices responsible environmental stewardship everywhere it operates. To learn more, please visit www.dominionenergy.com, Facebook or Twitter.
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