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Newsletters WVEC August 26, 2026
GREEN Newsletter, Volume 36 Issue 14
It’s hard to believe there is less than a month until we bid summer 2026 goodbye. This summer will be remembered for record heat and what felt like near constant flash flooding around the state. Torrential rains ravaged communities around the state, reminding us all of the importance of flood resilience. Environmental policy is so much more than protecting habitats and endangered species. More
Issues: Data centers, Energy, Events, News, Opportunity, Public lands, Water
GREEN Newsletter, Volume 36 Issue 14
It’s hard to believe there is less than a month until we bid summer 2026 goodbye. This summer will be remembered for record heat and what felt like near constant flash flooding around the state. Torrential rains ravaged communities around the state, reminding us all of the importance of flood resilience. Environmental policy is so much more than protecting habitats and endangered species. More
Issues: Data centers, Energy, Events, News, Opportunity, Public lands, Water
Legislative Updates WVEC August 26, 2026
Happenings Around the Mountain
Events, Opportunities, Actions More
Issues: Actions, Events, Opportunity
Happenings Around the Mountain
Events, Opportunities, Actions More
Issues: Actions, Events, Opportunity
Action Alerts Anna Saab August 24, 2026
Lobby Coordinator Job Opening
The West Virginia Environmental Council (WVEC) is hiring a Lobby Coordinator to begin in October 2026 and serve at least through the end of March 2027. Prior to the start of the 2027 Legislative Session, the Lobby Coordinator will participate in monthly Legislative Interim Sessions and assist in developing WVEC’s lobby strategy. More
Issues: Legislation, Opportunity
Lobby Coordinator Job Opening
The West Virginia Environmental Council (WVEC) is hiring a Lobby Coordinator to begin in October 2026 and serve at least through the end of March 2027. Prior to the start of the 2027 Legislative Session, the Lobby Coordinator will participate in monthly Legislative Interim Sessions and assist in developing WVEC’s lobby strategy. More
Issues: Legislation, Opportunity
Action Alerts WVEC August 19, 2026
Learn, grow, and connect at WVEC’s Annual Meeting!
Summer is winding down, leaving us with less than two months before our 2026 Annual Meeting on October 2nd and 3rd! We're excited to gather with so many friends and allies from around the state in beautiful Tucker County. More
Issues: Events
Learn, grow, and connect at WVEC’s Annual Meeting!
Summer is winding down, leaving us with less than two months before our 2026 Annual Meeting on October 2nd and 3rd! We're excited to gather with so many friends and allies from around the state in beautiful Tucker County. More
Issues: Events
Newsletters WVEC July 29, 2026
GREEN Newsletter, Volume 36 Issue 13
Last week, heavy rain poured, and tornadoes touched down all over West Virginia. Communities around the state are beginning to repair and heal after devastating weather damaged homes, stores, and community centers, and claimed at least two lives. Our hearts and thoughts are with all of our neighbors who’ve been impacted by this catastrophe. More
Issues: Climate change, Coal, Data centers, Energy, PFAS, Public lands
GREEN Newsletter, Volume 36 Issue 13
Last week, heavy rain poured, and tornadoes touched down all over West Virginia. Communities around the state are beginning to repair and heal after devastating weather damaged homes, stores, and community centers, and claimed at least two lives. Our hearts and thoughts are with all of our neighbors who’ve been impacted by this catastrophe. More
Issues: Climate change, Coal, Data centers, Energy, PFAS, Public lands
Action Alerts WVEC July 2, 2026
Registration is OPEN for the 2026 WVEC Annual Meeting
It's that time again...time to register for the WVEC Annual Meeting! This year's meeting will be hosted at the beautiful Blackwater Falls State Park Lodge. Join us on Saturday, October 3 for a day of learning and connection. Come share your insights and ideas to help shape WVEC's future. More
Issues: Events
Registration is OPEN for the 2026 WVEC Annual Meeting
It's that time again...time to register for the WVEC Annual Meeting! This year's meeting will be hosted at the beautiful Blackwater Falls State Park Lodge. Join us on Saturday, October 3 for a day of learning and connection. Come share your insights and ideas to help shape WVEC's future. More
Issues: Events
Newsletters WVEC June 24, 2026
GREEN Newsletter, Volume 36 Issue 12
This month was full of environmental news. West Virginia news outlets were busy keeping West Virginians current on data center development, EPA rollbacks, energy investments, and other important updates. We’ve also included several articles from the Kentucky Lantern as they seemed pertinent to our communities, too; shared borders, shared problems. More
Issues: Books, Data centers, Environmental justice, Events, Opportunity, Water
GREEN Newsletter, Volume 36 Issue 12
This month was full of environmental news. West Virginia news outlets were busy keeping West Virginians current on data center development, EPA rollbacks, energy investments, and other important updates. We’ve also included several articles from the Kentucky Lantern as they seemed pertinent to our communities, too; shared borders, shared problems. More
Issues: Books, Data centers, Environmental justice, Events, Opportunity, Water
Action Alerts WV Citizen Action Group June 5, 2026
Screen Printing Party POSTPONED
Tonight's Communities Over Computers event with West Virginia Citizen Action Group is postponed until 6/26 from 5 to 7 p.m. We're so sorry for the late notice. On the bright side, you have extra time to thrift the perfect garment for screen printing! We hope to see you at the WVCAG house on 1500 Dixie St on the final Friday in June! More
Issues: Events
Screen Printing Party POSTPONED
Tonight's Communities Over Computers event with West Virginia Citizen Action Group is postponed until 6/26 from 5 to 7 p.m. We're so sorry for the late notice. On the bright side, you have extra time to thrift the perfect garment for screen printing! We hope to see you at the WVCAG house on 1500 Dixie St on the final Friday in June! More
Issues: Events
Newsletters WVEC May 27, 2026
GREEN Newsletter, Volume 36 Issue 11
The third Friday in May — May 15 this year — is Endangered Species Day. Globally, we take time to recognize endangered wildlife and the importance of conservation. West Virginia is home to more than 20 federally endangered species, some of which have been listed since the 1960s. All over the state, groups like the Greenbrier River Watershed Association work hard to heal and maintain the health of local habitats to protect the well-being of fragile ecosystems in our hills and hollers. More
Issues: Climate change, Community, Data centers, Public lands, Solar power
GREEN Newsletter, Volume 36 Issue 11
The third Friday in May — May 15 this year — is Endangered Species Day. Globally, we take time to recognize endangered wildlife and the importance of conservation. West Virginia is home to more than 20 federally endangered species, some of which have been listed since the 1960s. All over the state, groups like the Greenbrier River Watershed Association work hard to heal and maintain the health of local habitats to protect the well-being of fragile ecosystems in our hills and hollers. More
Issues: Climate change, Community, Data centers, Public lands, Solar power
Newsletters WVEC April 29, 2026
GREEN Newsletter, Volume 36 Issue 10
As April comes to a close, there are quite a few events and opportunities to look forward to in May and June — including opportunities to wield your voice for change. The West Virginia Public Service Commission has scheduled four public hearings in early June for the NextEra Energy Transmission LLC MidAtlantic Resiliency Link (MARL) Project. More
Issues: Coal, Data centers, Energy, Events, Pollution, Solar power
GREEN Newsletter, Volume 36 Issue 10
As April comes to a close, there are quite a few events and opportunities to look forward to in May and June — including opportunities to wield your voice for change. The West Virginia Public Service Commission has scheduled four public hearings in early June for the NextEra Energy Transmission LLC MidAtlantic Resiliency Link (MARL) Project. More
Issues: Coal, Data centers, Energy, Events, Pollution, Solar power