Help Protect and Expand Solar in WV: Learn More on Net Metering and Community Solar

By supporting net metering and community solar programs, we can safeguard our energy freedom and preserve the emerging energy sector. Learn more here.

Urgent Action Needed to Address Orphaned Wells

West Virginia has over 6,500 documented orphaned oil and gas wells. An abandoned well is defined as one that has not been produced in 12 months. An orphaned well is one that no longer produces, and the driller has gone out of business. With no operator, the expense and effort to plug them falls to the landowner or the taxpayers.

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Newsletters WVEC November 21, 2023
GREEN, Volume 33 Issue 13
As the holiday season approaches, we're excited to share our final newsletter of the year. Thank you to everyone who attended our annual meeting earlier this month to help set our 2024 legislative priorities. Read on for a recap of our meeting and priorities. More

Action Alerts WVEC November 14, 2023
WVEC Annual Green Jam: Music for a Cause on Nov 21!
Experience the magic of the annual WVEC GREEN Jam on Tuesday, November 21, at The Empty Glass in Charleston from 6:30 to 10:30 PM. Join us for a night of music. More
Issues: Event, Music

Action Alerts WVEC October 28, 2023
Join Our 2024 Lobby Team!
Ready to make a difference in West Virginia's future? WVEC needs you on our 2024 lobby team!  More
Issues: Opportunity

Action Alerts WVEC October 26, 2023
Help Set Our 2024 Legislative Priorities!
Our annual meeting is fast approaching, and we want to underscore the importance of your involvement in shaping our legislative priorities for 2024. More
Issues: Event, Legislation

Action Alerts WVEC October 23, 2023
You’re invited to our Bridgeport Community Meeting this Friday!
Postponed WVEC and partners invite you to a Community Solar meeting at Bridgeport Conference Center this Friday, October 27, at 12 pm. Register here! More
Issues: Community solar, Event

Action Alerts WVEC October 18, 2023
Join Us in 2 Weeks for Our Annual Meeting – Register Today!
The WVEC Annual Meeting at Tygart Lake State Park is only two weeks away, and we look forward to seeing you! If you plan to come November 3-5 and still need to register, please register here. More
Issues: Event

Action Alerts WVEC October 12, 2023
Reminder: Join Us Tonight for Helping Hour in Charleston
Just a quick reminder about this week’s events that we're sure you won't want to miss. Tonight: Community Solar Helping Hour with Swingstein and Robin. Saturday: Sustainability in Motion Festival. More
Issues: Event, Solar power

Action Alerts WVEC October 10, 2023
Act Now: Help Shape WVDEP’s Public Engagement!
The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is seeking citizens' feedback, suggestions, and input on the initial rollout of their draft Public Engagement Guidelines. More
Issues: DEP

Action Alerts WVEC October 5, 2023
Exciting Events Next Week in Charleston!
WVEC is excited to share two events happening next week: Community Solar Helping Hour with Swingstein & Robin, and Sustainability in Motion Festival. More
Issues: Event, Solar power

Action Alerts WVEC September 29, 2023
Join the Discussion on Community Solar in WV this Saturday!
Curious about going solar without installing panels? Join us in Shepherdstown to discuss community solar and its benefits to West Virginians this Saturday, September 30, at 4 pm. Register now. More
Issues: Event, Solar power