Category: Newsletter article
Individual articles for various ‘issues’ of newsletters (i.e., articles for a GREEN Newsletter or Legislative Update).
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Newsletter article WVEC February 6, 2026
Notes & News
News from Charleston Gazette-Mail and West Virginia Watch More
Issues: Data centers, Water
Notes & News
News from Charleston Gazette-Mail and West Virginia Watch More
Issues: Data centers, Water
Newsletter article WVEC February 6, 2026
Happenings Around the Mountain
February 16: Rural Health Day | WV State Capitol Building at 8 a.m. | February 17: Local Food & Farms Day | WV State Capitol Building at 9 a.m. | February 17: Canvassing Lunch & Learn with WVEF | Remote at 12 p.m. | February 18: Charleston Green Drinks | Short Story Brewing at 5:30 p.m. | February 23: Environmental Day (E-Day) | WV State Capitol Building at 9 a.m. | February 23: The Climate Chorus | The Empty Glass @ 6 p.m. | February 24: Black Policy Day | WV State Capitol Building at 9 a.m. | Opportunities More
Issues: Climate change, Eday, Event, Opportunity
Happenings Around the Mountain
February 16: Rural Health Day | WV State Capitol Building at 8 a.m. | February 17: Local Food & Farms Day | WV State Capitol Building at 9 a.m. | February 17: Canvassing Lunch & Learn with WVEF | Remote at 12 p.m. | February 18: Charleston Green Drinks | Short Story Brewing at 5:30 p.m. | February 23: Environmental Day (E-Day) | WV State Capitol Building at 9 a.m. | February 23: The Climate Chorus | The Empty Glass @ 6 p.m. | February 24: Black Policy Day | WV State Capitol Building at 9 a.m. | Opportunities More
Issues: Climate change, Eday, Event, Opportunity
Newsletter article WVEC February 6, 2026
Member Organization Spotlight
West Virginia Rivers Coalition was first organized by a group of folks from the state’s chapter of the Sierra Club and the American Whitewater Association in 1990. As a group of water sport enthusiasts, they were concerned about the wellbeing of the Mountain State’s many bodies of water. More
Issues: Pollution, Public lands, Water
Member Organization Spotlight
West Virginia Rivers Coalition was first organized by a group of folks from the state’s chapter of the Sierra Club and the American Whitewater Association in 1990. As a group of water sport enthusiasts, they were concerned about the wellbeing of the Mountain State’s many bodies of water. More
Issues: Pollution, Public lands, Water
Newsletter article WVEC February 6, 2026
Climate resiliency lives in wetlands
Monday wasn’t just Groundhog Day, it was also World Wetlands Day. Every year on February 2, wetlands get their moment in the sun as people around the globe come together to recognize the importance of this ecosystem. They’re the foundation for climate resilience. More
Climate resiliency lives in wetlands
Monday wasn’t just Groundhog Day, it was also World Wetlands Day. Every year on February 2, wetlands get their moment in the sun as people around the globe come together to recognize the importance of this ecosystem. They’re the foundation for climate resilience. More
Newsletter article WV Rivers Coalition February 6, 2026
West Virginia’s public lands are under attack
Every session, there is an attempt to permit off-road vehicles in all of our state parks, forests, wildlife management areas, and rail trails. SB 770, filed on Thursday, February 5, poses a risk to ecosystems across the state. More
Issues: Off-road vehicles, Public lands
West Virginia’s public lands are under attack
Every session, there is an attempt to permit off-road vehicles in all of our state parks, forests, wildlife management areas, and rail trails. SB 770, filed on Thursday, February 5, poses a risk to ecosystems across the state. More
Issues: Off-road vehicles, Public lands
Newsletter article WVEC February 6, 2026
WVSORO Opposes SB 686
The following was submitted by the West Virginia Surface Owners’ Rights Organization (WVSORO). Learn more about SB 686 and track its progress HERE. More
Issues: Coal, Longwall mining
WVSORO Opposes SB 686
The following was submitted by the West Virginia Surface Owners’ Rights Organization (WVSORO). Learn more about SB 686 and track its progress HERE. More
Issues: Coal, Longwall mining
Newsletter article WVEC January 30, 2026
Notes & News
“WV flood resiliency support greatly limited under Morrisey and lawmakers’ direction” | “WV bill offering tax break for data centers, tech firms drawing heavy opposition” | “Southern West Virginians have waited decades for clean water. A bold $250 million proposal could help.” | “Two bills aim to change how flood recovery money is given in WV, but funds remain nonexistent” | “Garbage Wars 2.0: More false promises of economic development in West Virginia” | “How Does Climate Change Affect Winter Storms?” More
Issues: Climate change, News, Water
Notes & News
“WV flood resiliency support greatly limited under Morrisey and lawmakers’ direction” | “WV bill offering tax break for data centers, tech firms drawing heavy opposition” | “Southern West Virginians have waited decades for clean water. A bold $250 million proposal could help.” | “Two bills aim to change how flood recovery money is given in WV, but funds remain nonexistent” | “Garbage Wars 2.0: More false promises of economic development in West Virginia” | “How Does Climate Change Affect Winter Storms?” More
Issues: Climate change, News, Water
Newsletter article WVEC January 30, 2026
Happenings Around the Mountain
February 4: Citizen Lobbying for Solar Access in West Virginia | Remote 7 p.m. EST | February 8: Industry & Landowner Negotiation 101| Zoom at 2 p.m. EST | February 16: Rural Health Day | WV State Capitol Building 8 a.m. | February 17: Local Food & Farms Day | WV State Capitol Building 9 a.m. | February 23: Environmental Day (E-Day) | WV State Capitol Building 9 a.m. | OPPORTUNITIES More
Issues: Event, Opportunity
Happenings Around the Mountain
February 4: Citizen Lobbying for Solar Access in West Virginia | Remote 7 p.m. EST | February 8: Industry & Landowner Negotiation 101| Zoom at 2 p.m. EST | February 16: Rural Health Day | WV State Capitol Building 8 a.m. | February 17: Local Food & Farms Day | WV State Capitol Building 9 a.m. | February 23: Environmental Day (E-Day) | WV State Capitol Building 9 a.m. | OPPORTUNITIES More
Issues: Event, Opportunity
Newsletter article WVEC January 30, 2026
E-Day Is on The Way—2/23
We are just three weeks away from the 2026 Environmental Day (E-Day) at the State Capitol. E-Day is more than just a day of advocacy and education—it’s an opportunity to network with other environmental organizations and advocates from around the state. More
Issues: Eday, Legislation
E-Day Is on The Way—2/23
We are just three weeks away from the 2026 Environmental Day (E-Day) at the State Capitol. E-Day is more than just a day of advocacy and education—it’s an opportunity to network with other environmental organizations and advocates from around the state. More
Issues: Eday, Legislation
Newsletter article WVEC January 30, 2026
Coalfield communities demand action and funding for clean water this legislative session
For decades, the southern coalfields of West Virginia have struggled with clean water access. McDowell County has had a boil water advisory for more than 10 years. But clergy from the United Methodist Church have set out to change that. More
Coalfield communities demand action and funding for clean water this legislative session
For decades, the southern coalfields of West Virginia have struggled with clean water access. McDowell County has had a boil water advisory for more than 10 years. But clergy from the United Methodist Church have set out to change that. More
Newsletter article West Virginia Highlands Conservancy January 30, 2026
Member Organization Spotlight
West Virginia Highlands Conservancy was founded in 1965 by a coalition of outdoors enthusiasts driven to address environmental issues in the Mountain State. In over half a century, the organization has launched a multitude of campaigns to fight back against invasive projects and to help enact protective legislation. More
Member Organization Spotlight
West Virginia Highlands Conservancy was founded in 1965 by a coalition of outdoors enthusiasts driven to address environmental issues in the Mountain State. In over half a century, the organization has launched a multitude of campaigns to fight back against invasive projects and to help enact protective legislation. More
Newsletter article WVEC January 30, 2026
WVEC Weekly Legislative Update
This Week at the Capitol: Snow Day, But Not a Slowdown | Data Centers, Water Use & Local Control | Ohio River Protection | Coalfield Communities & Drinking Water Infrastructure | Anti-Science Legislation (SB 475) | Community Air Monitoring (SB 88) | Flood Resiliency | Public Lands & Outdoor Access | HB 4013 – Tax Credit Expansion | SB 641 – Above Ground Storage Tanks | Looking Ahead More
Issues: Data centers
WVEC Weekly Legislative Update
This Week at the Capitol: Snow Day, But Not a Slowdown | Data Centers, Water Use & Local Control | Ohio River Protection | Coalfield Communities & Drinking Water Infrastructure | Anti-Science Legislation (SB 475) | Community Air Monitoring (SB 88) | Flood Resiliency | Public Lands & Outdoor Access | HB 4013 – Tax Credit Expansion | SB 641 – Above Ground Storage Tanks | Looking Ahead More
Issues: Data centers
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