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Newsletter article WVEC January 23, 2026
2026 Session Resources
We look forward to bringing you the session news every week, and you can also follow us for daily updates on Facebook, Instagram, and X. More
Issues: Legislation
2026 Session Resources
We look forward to bringing you the session news every week, and you can also follow us for daily updates on Facebook, Instagram, and X. More
Issues: Legislation
Newsletter article WVEC January 23, 2026
Nice to Meet Y’all!
2025 was full of lots of changes in office, including the departure of our communications coordinator. Jillian Welsh managed communications for WVEC for nearly three years and two legislative sessions. She crafted the GREEN Newsletter every week with clarity and creativity. Needless to say, I have big shoes to fill More
Nice to Meet Y’all!
2025 was full of lots of changes in office, including the departure of our communications coordinator. Jillian Welsh managed communications for WVEC for nearly three years and two legislative sessions. She crafted the GREEN Newsletter every week with clarity and creativity. Needless to say, I have big shoes to fill More
Newsletter article WVEC January 23, 2026
Notes & News
“West Virginia’s dearth of flood-focused would persist under Morrissey plan” | “Morrisey, Legislature actions don’t match words on energy costs as session opens” | “Creating an environmental blueprint for the West Virginia Legislature” | “Land ownership rights threatened by the Legislature” More
Issues: News
Notes & News
“West Virginia’s dearth of flood-focused would persist under Morrissey plan” | “Morrisey, Legislature actions don’t match words on energy costs as session opens” | “Creating an environmental blueprint for the West Virginia Legislature” | “Land ownership rights threatened by the Legislature” More
Issues: News
Newsletter article WVEC January 23, 2026
WVEC Legislative Priorities
Ahead of the 2026 Regular Legislative Session, we published our legislative priorities, many of which readers can learn more about in the 2026 Policy Briefing Book. Our priorities likely look familiar, as we continue to prioritize policy on clean water and air, conservation of public and private lands, flooding, data centers, and energy. More
Issues: Legislation
WVEC Legislative Priorities
Ahead of the 2026 Regular Legislative Session, we published our legislative priorities, many of which readers can learn more about in the 2026 Policy Briefing Book. Our priorities likely look familiar, as we continue to prioritize policy on clean water and air, conservation of public and private lands, flooding, data centers, and energy. More
Issues: Legislation
Newsletter article WVEC January 23, 2026
Happenings Around the Mountain
January 28: West Virginia Tourism & History Day | January 29: Advocacy 101: How to Speak Up for Your Land, Water, and Community | February 17: Local Food & Farms Day | February 23: Environmental Day (E-Day) | OPPORTUNITIES More
Issues: Event, Opportunity
Happenings Around the Mountain
January 28: West Virginia Tourism & History Day | January 29: Advocacy 101: How to Speak Up for Your Land, Water, and Community | February 17: Local Food & Farms Day | February 23: Environmental Day (E-Day) | OPPORTUNITIES More
Issues: Event, Opportunity
Newsletter article WVEC January 23, 2026
WVEC Weekly Legislative Update
Data Centers & Local Control | ‘Sound Science’ Legislation | Air Quality & Community Monitoring | Flood Resiliency: Progress and Concerns | Public Lands & Carbon Offset Bills More
Issues: Community air monitoring, Data centers, Pollution, Public lands
WVEC Weekly Legislative Update
Data Centers & Local Control | ‘Sound Science’ Legislation | Air Quality & Community Monitoring | Flood Resiliency: Progress and Concerns | Public Lands & Carbon Offset Bills More
Issues: Community air monitoring, Data centers, Pollution, Public lands
Legislative Updates WVEC January 23, 2026
GREEN Newsletter, Volume 36 Issue 1
The 2026 Regular Legislative Session is in full swing. Our lobbyists, Lucia Valentine and Kasey Russell, have already hit the ground running, following more than 60 bills related to environmental issues like flood resiliency and data center development in just the second week. More
Issues: Community air monitoring, Legislation, Opportunity, Water
GREEN Newsletter, Volume 36 Issue 1
The 2026 Regular Legislative Session is in full swing. Our lobbyists, Lucia Valentine and Kasey Russell, have already hit the ground running, following more than 60 bills related to environmental issues like flood resiliency and data center development in just the second week. More
Issues: Community air monitoring, Legislation, Opportunity, Water
Action Alerts WVEC January 20, 2026
WVEC Publishes Inaugural Policy Briefing Book
The 2026 Regular Legislative Session has begun. Our lobbyists have already started working, but this year, they have a new tool to utilize. For the first time in WVEC’s history, we have published a Policy Briefing Book with our partners. More
Issues: Legislation
WVEC Publishes Inaugural Policy Briefing Book
The 2026 Regular Legislative Session has begun. Our lobbyists have already started working, but this year, they have a new tool to utilize. For the first time in WVEC’s history, we have published a Policy Briefing Book with our partners. More
Issues: Legislation
Action Alerts WVEC December 9, 2025
LAST DAY to demand more oversight of data center development
There’s still time before tomorrow to urge state officials to improve oversight and restore local control of data center development in West Virginia. More
Issues: Data centers, Pollution, Water
LAST DAY to demand more oversight of data center development
There’s still time before tomorrow to urge state officials to improve oversight and restore local control of data center development in West Virginia. More
Issues: Data centers, Pollution, Water
Action Alerts WVEC December 5, 2025
Tell Authorities to Require More Oversight of Data Centers
West Virginia lawmakers are moving to steal away local control of data centers and they're hoping you won't notice. More
Issues: Climate change, Legislation, Pollution, Water
Tell Authorities to Require More Oversight of Data Centers
West Virginia lawmakers are moving to steal away local control of data centers and they're hoping you won't notice. More
Issues: Climate change, Legislation, Pollution, Water
Action Alerts WVEC November 23, 2025
Reminder: Join us for our annual GREEN Jam this Tuesday, Nov. 25!
Join us for a night of music, friends, and action at WVEC’s annual GREEN Jam on Tuesday, November 25, 6 pm at The Empty Glass in Charleston, WV. More
Issues: Eday, Event
Reminder: Join us for our annual GREEN Jam this Tuesday, Nov. 25!
Join us for a night of music, friends, and action at WVEC’s annual GREEN Jam on Tuesday, November 25, 6 pm at The Empty Glass in Charleston, WV. More
Issues: Eday, Event
Action Alerts WVEC September 17, 2025
Reminder – WVEC Annual Meeting is this Saturday, Sept. 20!
Have you registered? WVEC’s Annual Meeting is almost here — join us on Saturday, September 20, at Cedar Lakes Conference Center in Ripley, WV. More
Issues: Event, Legislation
Reminder – WVEC Annual Meeting is this Saturday, Sept. 20!
Have you registered? WVEC’s Annual Meeting is almost here — join us on Saturday, September 20, at Cedar Lakes Conference Center in Ripley, WV. More
Issues: Event, Legislation
Action Alerts WVEC September 14, 2025
Time is Running Out – WVEC Annual Meeting Sept. 20 | Limited Meals & Dorms
Time is running out! WVEC’s Annual Meeting is just around the corner — Saturday, September 20, at Cedar Lakes Conference Center in Ripley, WV. Act soon – only a few meals remain available for purchase, and student dorm rooms are still available, but space is limited. More
Issues: Event, Legislation
Time is Running Out – WVEC Annual Meeting Sept. 20 | Limited Meals & Dorms
Time is running out! WVEC’s Annual Meeting is just around the corner — Saturday, September 20, at Cedar Lakes Conference Center in Ripley, WV. Act soon – only a few meals remain available for purchase, and student dorm rooms are still available, but space is limited. More
Issues: Event, Legislation
Action Alerts WVEC September 9, 2025
Shaping WV’s Environmental Future – WVEC Annual Meeting Agenda + Registration
Have you registered yet?? Join us for WVECl’s Annual Meeting on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at Cedar Lakes Conference Center’s Jackson Hall in Ripley, WV. More
Issues: Event, Legislation
Shaping WV’s Environmental Future – WVEC Annual Meeting Agenda + Registration
Have you registered yet?? Join us for WVECl’s Annual Meeting on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at Cedar Lakes Conference Center’s Jackson Hall in Ripley, WV. More
Issues: Event, Legislation
Action Alerts WVEC August 4, 2025
URGENT: Stand Up for WV Utility Customers, Aug 5
Issues: Event
URGENT: Stand Up for WV Utility Customers, Aug 5
A major threat is heading our way—and we need to act now. NextEra Energy is pushing a massive Extra High Voltage Transmission Line project that could tear through Monongalia and Preston Counties. More
Issues: Event
Newsletter article WVEC July 18, 2025
Upcoming Events: Celebrate, Reflect, and Take Action
Buckhannon Riverfest on Aug. 23 | WV Rivers’ 35th Anniversary Celebration on Sept. 12 | WVEC Annual Meeting on Sept. 20 More
Issues: Event
Upcoming Events: Celebrate, Reflect, and Take Action
Buckhannon Riverfest on Aug. 23 | WV Rivers’ 35th Anniversary Celebration on Sept. 12 | WVEC Annual Meeting on Sept. 20 More
Issues: Event
Newsletters WVEC July 18, 2025
GREEN Newsletter, Volume 35 Issue 10
As we head into the second half of the year, a lot is happening, and a lot is at stake. Our Annual Meeting is coming up on September 20! Help shape our priorities, meet the team behind the work, and connect with decision-makers to guide our future. More
Issues: Event, Legislation, Pollution, Water
GREEN Newsletter, Volume 35 Issue 10
As we head into the second half of the year, a lot is happening, and a lot is at stake. Our Annual Meeting is coming up on September 20! Help shape our priorities, meet the team behind the work, and connect with decision-makers to guide our future. More
Issues: Event, Legislation, Pollution, Water
Newsletter article WVEC July 17, 2025
Register Now for Our Annual Meeting
Join us for the WVEC Annual Meeting on September 20, 2025, at Cedar Lakes Conference Center’s Jackson Hall in Ripley, WV. Your voice and ideas matter — every participant is crucial! Whether you’re a seasoned advocate or just getting started, everyone is welcome. More
Issues: Event
Register Now for Our Annual Meeting
Join us for the WVEC Annual Meeting on September 20, 2025, at Cedar Lakes Conference Center’s Jackson Hall in Ripley, WV. Your voice and ideas matter — every participant is crucial! Whether you’re a seasoned advocate or just getting started, everyone is welcome. More
Issues: Event
Newsletter article WVEC July 17, 2025
Your Voice. Our Mountains. Help Us Protect West Virginia.
Rolling hills, winding rivers, beautiful forests, and some of the most resilient communities in the United States define West Virginia’s natural beauty and strength. But today, these treasures are under growing pressure from unchecked industry influence, outdated policies, and underfunded enforcement. More
Issues: Legislation, Pollution, Renewable energy
Your Voice. Our Mountains. Help Us Protect West Virginia.
Rolling hills, winding rivers, beautiful forests, and some of the most resilient communities in the United States define West Virginia’s natural beauty and strength. But today, these treasures are under growing pressure from unchecked industry influence, outdated policies, and underfunded enforcement. More
Issues: Legislation, Pollution, Renewable energy
Newsletter article WVEC July 17, 2025
Start a Green Team in Your Community!
When it comes to making West Virginia cities greener and more sustainable, Green Teams in Morgantown and Charleston are helping lead the way in their towns. These teams of local citizens advise the Mayor, City Council, and City Manager on a wide range of policies and strategies, including energy efficiency, renewable energy, sustainable transportation, recycling, green space preservation, citizen education, and other environmental initiatives. More
Issues: Climate change
Start a Green Team in Your Community!
When it comes to making West Virginia cities greener and more sustainable, Green Teams in Morgantown and Charleston are helping lead the way in their towns. These teams of local citizens advise the Mayor, City Council, and City Manager on a wide range of policies and strategies, including energy efficiency, renewable energy, sustainable transportation, recycling, green space preservation, citizen education, and other environmental initiatives. More
Issues: Climate change
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