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Individual articles for various ‘issues’ of newsletters (i.e., articles for a GREEN Newsletter or Legislative Update).
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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 WV Citizen Action Group January 23, 2026
Member Organization Spotlight
We’re excited to introduce a new series to the GREEN Newsletter! Every week, we will highlight a WVEC board member or member organization. Our members and member organizations work tirelessly to protect West Virginians and their environment. They deserve a special spotlight series so you can learn more about them and their work. More
Issues: DEP
Member Organization Spotlight
We’re excited to introduce a new series to the GREEN Newsletter! Every week, we will highlight a WVEC board member or member organization. Our members and member organizations work tirelessly to protect West Virginians and their environment. They deserve a special spotlight series so you can learn more about them and their work. More
Issues: DEP
Newsletter article WV Rivers Coalition January 23, 2026
The WV Senate Passes Resolution to Support Ohio River Restoration
On January 20, 2026, the West Virginia State Senate adopted Senate Resolution 7: “Proposing approval for Ohio River Restoration Program Act” through a unanimous voice vote. The resolution communicates approval for United State H.R. 5966, Ohio River Restoration Program Act, which is currently being considered in the U.S. Congress. The act aims to deliver investment to the Ohio River region, which will contribute to expanding clean water, improving conditions for wildlife, and contributing to recreation and economic development in West Virginia. More
Issues: Water
The WV Senate Passes Resolution to Support Ohio River Restoration
On January 20, 2026, the West Virginia State Senate adopted Senate Resolution 7: “Proposing approval for Ohio River Restoration Program Act” through a unanimous voice vote. The resolution communicates approval for United State H.R. 5966, Ohio River Restoration Program Act, which is currently being considered in the U.S. Congress. The act aims to deliver investment to the Ohio River region, which will contribute to expanding clean water, improving conditions for wildlife, and contributing to recreation and economic development in West Virginia. More
Issues: Water
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
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
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
Newsletter article WVEC July 17, 2025
Meet WVEC’s Newest Board Members
WVEC welcomes three members to its Board of Directors! They bring a wealth of experience in environmental justice, sustainability, and public health: Morgan King, Olivia Miller and Bill Price. More
Meet WVEC’s Newest Board Members
WVEC welcomes three members to its Board of Directors! They bring a wealth of experience in environmental justice, sustainability, and public health: Morgan King, Olivia Miller and Bill Price. More
Newsletter article WVEC July 17, 2025
Federal Round-Up: One Big Bad Bill and a Wave of Environmental Rollbacks
A lot has happened in the federal space in the last few months, and it can be hard to keep track of it all. We hope to offer occasional updates on environmental issues from the federal level. | Big Beautiful Bill (H.R. 1) | PFAS rollbacks | EPA program and staff cuts | Power plant regulation rollbacks More
Issues: EPA, PFAS, Pollution
Federal Round-Up: One Big Bad Bill and a Wave of Environmental Rollbacks
A lot has happened in the federal space in the last few months, and it can be hard to keep track of it all. We hope to offer occasional updates on environmental issues from the federal level. | Big Beautiful Bill (H.R. 1) | PFAS rollbacks | EPA program and staff cuts | Power plant regulation rollbacks More
Issues: EPA, PFAS, Pollution
Newsletter article WVEC July 17, 2025
WVEC Working Year-Round to Advance Environmental Policy – Join a Working Group!
The West Virginia Environmental Council (WVEC) is not just a presence during the Legislative Session — we’re working all year to protect West Virginia’s air, water, and public lands. Our team is committed to staying engaged during Legislative Interims, ensuring we’re prepared and effective well before the gavel drops each January. More
Issues: Legislation
WVEC Working Year-Round to Advance Environmental Policy – Join a Working Group!
The West Virginia Environmental Council (WVEC) is not just a presence during the Legislative Session — we’re working all year to protect West Virginia’s air, water, and public lands. Our team is committed to staying engaged during Legislative Interims, ensuring we’re prepared and effective well before the gavel drops each January. More
Issues: Legislation
Newsletter article WVEC May 3, 2025
Action Alert: West Virginians Push Back on Data Center Blitz
On the final day of the legislative session, lawmakers passed HB 2014—a sweeping bill that removes local control over massive “microgrid” power plants and data centers. Counties and towns now have no say in where these projects go or how they’re built. More
Issues: Data centers
Action Alert: West Virginians Push Back on Data Center Blitz
On the final day of the legislative session, lawmakers passed HB 2014—a sweeping bill that removes local control over massive “microgrid” power plants and data centers. Counties and towns now have no say in where these projects go or how they’re built. More
Issues: Data centers
Newsletter article WVEC May 3, 2025
Upcoming Events: Connect, Celebrate, and Take Action
May 7: Green Drinks | May 8: Holler from the Hollers | May 14: WV Citizen Action Group’s Climate Committee Update | May 17: WV Citizen Action Group’s 50th Anniversary Celebration | May 18: New River Gorge Clean Up: Thayer to Stonecliff | May 24: New River Gorge Clean Up: Hinton to Camp Brookside | September 20: WVEC’s Annual Meeting More
Issues: Event
Upcoming Events: Connect, Celebrate, and Take Action
May 7: Green Drinks | May 8: Holler from the Hollers | May 14: WV Citizen Action Group’s Climate Committee Update | May 17: WV Citizen Action Group’s 50th Anniversary Celebration | May 18: New River Gorge Clean Up: Thayer to Stonecliff | May 24: New River Gorge Clean Up: Hinton to Camp Brookside | September 20: WVEC’s Annual Meeting More
Issues: Event
Newsletter article WVEC May 3, 2025
Action Alert: LIHEAP Gutted – 56,000 WV Households Risk Losing Utility Bill Help
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) made the shocking decision to fire everyone working on the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), which helps low-income Americans pay their energy bills. More
Issues: Energy
Action Alert: LIHEAP Gutted – 56,000 WV Households Risk Losing Utility Bill Help
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) made the shocking decision to fire everyone working on the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), which helps low-income Americans pay their energy bills. More
Issues: Energy
Newsletter article WVEC May 3, 2025
WVEC Legislative Wrap-Up: What We Stopped—And What’s Next
This session, we worked hard to hold the line against a wave of legislation threatening West Virginia’s air, water, and public lands. Through strong advocacy and the support of our partners, we successfully defeated several harmful bills. More
Issues: Aboveground tanks, Community air monitoring, Energy, Legislation, Orphaned wells, Renewable energy, Water
WVEC Legislative Wrap-Up: What We Stopped—And What’s Next
This session, we worked hard to hold the line against a wave of legislation threatening West Virginia’s air, water, and public lands. Through strong advocacy and the support of our partners, we successfully defeated several harmful bills. More
Issues: Aboveground tanks, Community air monitoring, Energy, Legislation, Orphaned wells, Renewable energy, Water
Newsletter article WVEC May 3, 2025
Southern West Virginia Flood Recovery Efforts are Still Ongoing
Southern West Virginia residents are still clearing mud, mold and destroyed belongings from their homes and properties more than two months after flash flooding impacted 13 counties. More
Southern West Virginia Flood Recovery Efforts are Still Ongoing
Southern West Virginia residents are still clearing mud, mold and destroyed belongings from their homes and properties more than two months after flash flooding impacted 13 counties. More
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