
Patrick Larsen
Staff Reporter, VPM NewsPatrick Larsen is VPM News' environment and energy reporter, and fill-in host.
He began his career as a VPM News intern in 2019 and has covered pipelines, urban heat islands, the electric grid and more. You can find him biking in Bryan Park, petting neighborhood cats or listening to live music.
Email Patrick: [email protected]
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The Earth Month proposals would help the city meet waste reduction targets.
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Citizen science has previously spurred action by the Richmond government.
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Emissions’ social costs can help guide investments.
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The city has collected nearly 2,000 ideas for funding in fiscal 2026.
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County officials tout the financial benefits of the controversial centers.
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The measure could allow more customers to qualify for bill credits.
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The waterway’s foundation hosts an annual event to celebrate progress, advocacy.
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The final day of regular session saw an adjournment, a continuation and a new start
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Richmonders recently gathered to discuss climate action, grants
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An earlier review called conditions at the water treatment facility "severe."