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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
Newsletter article WVEC June 24, 2026
Notes & News
El Niño Threat Looms | Solar Gets A Moment In The Sun | Data Center Roundup | Charleston Gazette-Mail | Mountain State Spotlight | West Virginia Public Broadcasting | West Virginia Watch | Kentucky Lantern More
Notes & News
El Niño Threat Looms | Solar Gets A Moment In The Sun | Data Center Roundup | Charleston Gazette-Mail | Mountain State Spotlight | West Virginia Public Broadcasting | West Virginia Watch | Kentucky Lantern More
Newsletter article WVEC June 24, 2026
Happenings Around the Mountain
Events, opportunities, Actions More
Issues: Events
Happenings Around the Mountain
Events, opportunities, Actions More
Issues: Events
Newsletter article WVEC June 24, 2026
Green Pages: Books with WVEC Board Members
This month’s book recommendations come from none other than West Virginia Rivers Coalition’s Mike Jones. Mike coordinates the West Virginians for Public Lands Alliance and brings his passion for conservation with him to class as an adjunct professor at West Virginia University. Enjoy his submissions! More
Issues: Books
Green Pages: Books with WVEC Board Members
This month’s book recommendations come from none other than West Virginia Rivers Coalition’s Mike Jones. Mike coordinates the West Virginians for Public Lands Alliance and brings his passion for conservation with him to class as an adjunct professor at West Virginia University. Enjoy his submissions! More
Issues: Books
Newsletter article WVEC June 24, 2026
Member Spotlight
This month’s Member Spotlight is a double feature! Maria Russo and Dani Parent have both been invaluable WVEC members for several years. I hope you enjoy getting to know them a little better. Enjoy! More
Issues: Environmental justice, Water
Member Spotlight
This month’s Member Spotlight is a double feature! Maria Russo and Dani Parent have both been invaluable WVEC members for several years. I hope you enjoy getting to know them a little better. Enjoy! More
Issues: Environmental justice, Water
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
Newsletter article WVEC May 27, 2026
Happenings Around the Mountain
Events | Opportunities | Actions More
Issues: Events, Opportunity
Happenings Around the Mountain
Events | Opportunities | Actions More
Issues: Events, Opportunity
Newsletter article WVEC May 27, 2026
Notes & News
EPA Clean Air Act Rule Change Proposal | MARL Project | Charleston Gazette-Mail | Mountain State Spotlight | West Virginia Public Broadcasting | West Virginia Watch More
Notes & News
EPA Clean Air Act Rule Change Proposal | MARL Project | Charleston Gazette-Mail | Mountain State Spotlight | West Virginia Public Broadcasting | West Virginia Watch More
Newsletter article WVEC May 27, 2026
Member Spotlight
This month, we’re featuring West Virginia Climate Alliance’s Ryan Kirkpatrick. Ryan is a Charleston local in love with West Virginia. He loves the outdoors and exploring the state’s many scenic small towns. More
Issues: Climate change, Data centers, Social justice
Member Spotlight
This month, we’re featuring West Virginia Climate Alliance’s Ryan Kirkpatrick. Ryan is a Charleston local in love with West Virginia. He loves the outdoors and exploring the state’s many scenic small towns. More
Issues: Climate change, Data centers, Social justice
Newsletter article WVEC May 27, 2026
Green Pages: Books with WVEC Board Members
One of my favorite hobbies in the warmer seasons is to lay in my hammock under a tree and read a book. There are few activities more relaxing than reading a good book while the wind whistles through surrounding trees. More
Issues: Climate change, Public lands, Solar power
Green Pages: Books with WVEC Board Members
One of my favorite hobbies in the warmer seasons is to lay in my hammock under a tree and read a book. There are few activities more relaxing than reading a good book while the wind whistles through surrounding trees. More
Issues: Climate change, Public lands, Solar power
Newsletter article WVEC April 29, 2026
Notes & News
Nitro, WV Chemical Incident | MARL Project | Charleston Gazette-Mail | Mountain State Spotlight | West Virginia Public Broadcasting | West Virginia Watch More
Issues: Coal, Data centers, Energy efficiency, Pollution, Solar power
Notes & News
Nitro, WV Chemical Incident | MARL Project | Charleston Gazette-Mail | Mountain State Spotlight | West Virginia Public Broadcasting | West Virginia Watch More
Issues: Coal, Data centers, Energy efficiency, Pollution, Solar power
Newsletter article WVEC April 29, 2026
Happenings Around the Mountain
May 1: MayDay Strong March, Leave Work, Don’t Shop! | May 1-2: Cheat River Festival | May 3: Bike Ride from C&O Canal Towpath, Shepherdstown, WV to Snyders Landing | May 5: Logan County Data Center Meeting | May 5 & 7: McDowell County Flood Mitigation Action Strategy Community Meeting | May 5, 6, & 7: Mountain State Land Use Summit | May 7: Let's Talk Thursday — Mon Co SWA: Recycling and Sustainability at WVU | May 8: Solar and Battery Open House with Solar United Neighbors | May 9: Terrestrial Habitats Class with Dr. Tom Saladyga | May 9: Three Rivers Avian Center Migration Celebration | May 10: New River Clean Up — Thayer to Stonecliff | May 16: Town Hall Meeting with Tucker United (Davis, WV) | May 16: Trailhead Stewards Training & Wilderness Stewards Picnic | May 17: Eastern Panhandle Co-op Final Solar 101 | May 31: Sunset Yoga and Sound by FestivALL | Opportunities | Actions More
Issues: Events, Opportunity
Happenings Around the Mountain
May 1: MayDay Strong March, Leave Work, Don’t Shop! | May 1-2: Cheat River Festival | May 3: Bike Ride from C&O Canal Towpath, Shepherdstown, WV to Snyders Landing | May 5: Logan County Data Center Meeting | May 5 & 7: McDowell County Flood Mitigation Action Strategy Community Meeting | May 5, 6, & 7: Mountain State Land Use Summit | May 7: Let's Talk Thursday — Mon Co SWA: Recycling and Sustainability at WVU | May 8: Solar and Battery Open House with Solar United Neighbors | May 9: Terrestrial Habitats Class with Dr. Tom Saladyga | May 9: Three Rivers Avian Center Migration Celebration | May 10: New River Clean Up — Thayer to Stonecliff | May 16: Town Hall Meeting with Tucker United (Davis, WV) | May 16: Trailhead Stewards Training & Wilderness Stewards Picnic | May 17: Eastern Panhandle Co-op Final Solar 101 | May 31: Sunset Yoga and Sound by FestivALL | Opportunities | Actions More
Issues: Events, Opportunity
Newsletter article WVEC April 29, 2026
Grassroots Over Gigabytes: AI Can’t Replace the Power of Community Lobbying
It’s been over six weeks since the West Virginia Legislature adjourned the 2026 Legislative Session sine die. Yet the session’s impact, or really lack of impact, remains. Data center policy and proposals statewide were at the center of attention during the 60 days. More
Issues: Data centers, Legislation
Grassroots Over Gigabytes: AI Can’t Replace the Power of Community Lobbying
It’s been over six weeks since the West Virginia Legislature adjourned the 2026 Legislative Session sine die. Yet the session’s impact, or really lack of impact, remains. Data center policy and proposals statewide were at the center of attention during the 60 days. More
Issues: Data centers, Legislation
Newsletter article WVEC April 29, 2026
Member Organization Spotlight
Solar United Neighbors is a nonprofit organization that works in West Virginia and nationwide to represent the needs and interests of solar owners and supporters. We are fighting for a clean, resilient, and equitable energy system. We do this by putting rooftop solar at the cornerstone. More
Issues: Solar power
Member Organization Spotlight
Solar United Neighbors is a nonprofit organization that works in West Virginia and nationwide to represent the needs and interests of solar owners and supporters. We are fighting for a clean, resilient, and equitable energy system. We do this by putting rooftop solar at the cornerstone. More
Issues: 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
Newsletters WVEC March 21, 2026
GREEN Newsletter, Volume 36 Issue 9
Yet another data center announcement hit the presses this week, providing more information on plans for the site in Mason County. The county will become the newest AI data center site for London-based Nscale — the company’s second North American data center. They’ll be partnering with Microsoft on the Monarch Campus, a massive 2,200-acre plot. More
Issues: Data centers, Energy efficiency, Events, Public lands, Water
GREEN Newsletter, Volume 36 Issue 9
Yet another data center announcement hit the presses this week, providing more information on plans for the site in Mason County. The county will become the newest AI data center site for London-based Nscale — the company’s second North American data center. They’ll be partnering with Microsoft on the Monarch Campus, a massive 2,200-acre plot. More
Issues: Data centers, Energy efficiency, Events, Public lands, Water
Newsletter article WVEC March 20, 2026
Weekly Legislative Update
As the 2026 West Virginia Legislative Session concludes, WVEC reflects on a session focused largely on water-related issues, with both successes and setbacks. Despite the passage of key bills like the Ohio River Protection Resolution (HR 13, SR 7) and funding for flood resiliency, concerns over water protections and infrastructure remained central throughout. More
Issues: Aboveground tanks, Community air monitorin, Data centers, Legislation, Public lands, Water
Weekly Legislative Update
As the 2026 West Virginia Legislative Session concludes, WVEC reflects on a session focused largely on water-related issues, with both successes and setbacks. Despite the passage of key bills like the Ohio River Protection Resolution (HR 13, SR 7) and funding for flood resiliency, concerns over water protections and infrastructure remained central throughout. More
Issues: Aboveground tanks, Community air monitorin, Data centers, Legislation, Public lands, Water
Newsletter article WVEC March 20, 2026
Happenings Around the Mountain
March 23: What You Need to Know About Utility Profits, 4 - 5 p.m. Virtual | March 24: Protecting Our Public Lands from Coal Mining, 7 p.m. at Grace Episcopal Church in Lexington, VA | March 28: Dolly Sods and the Legacy of Helen McGinnis, 6 p.m. at Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge, April 6: Good News Greenbrier County | 6 to 8 p.m. at Greenbrier Valley Visitors Center | Opportunities More
Issues: Events, Opportunity, Public lands, Water
Happenings Around the Mountain
March 23: What You Need to Know About Utility Profits, 4 - 5 p.m. Virtual | March 24: Protecting Our Public Lands from Coal Mining, 7 p.m. at Grace Episcopal Church in Lexington, VA | March 28: Dolly Sods and the Legacy of Helen McGinnis, 6 p.m. at Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge, April 6: Good News Greenbrier County | 6 to 8 p.m. at Greenbrier Valley Visitors Center | Opportunities More
Issues: Events, Opportunity, Public lands, Water
Newsletter article WVEC March 20, 2026
Notes & News
WV legislative session came up short on funding, other support for cleaner water | Longtime chief of staff of coal magnate Justice named new Appalachian Power president | “A lot of rumors”: Mason County residents meet, discuss plans to fight data center | ‘A fossil fuel state’: Legislature cuts renewable energy out of long-term energy plan | Evidence mounts suggesting health costs from WV lawmaker moves on data centers, water | Large AI Development Hub In Mason County Getting Larger More
Issues: Data centers, Energy efficiency, Health, Water
Notes & News
WV legislative session came up short on funding, other support for cleaner water | Longtime chief of staff of coal magnate Justice named new Appalachian Power president | “A lot of rumors”: Mason County residents meet, discuss plans to fight data center | ‘A fossil fuel state’: Legislature cuts renewable energy out of long-term energy plan | Evidence mounts suggesting health costs from WV lawmaker moves on data centers, water | Large AI Development Hub In Mason County Getting Larger More
Issues: Data centers, Energy efficiency, Health, Water
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