GREEN, Volume 34 Issue 11

Your vote is a powerful tool in shaping our state’s future. As we face important decisions, we encourage you to make your voice heard at the ballot box. Protecting and preserving our natural resources and communities relies on engaged citizens like you.

We’re excited to announce that registration is open for our pivotal annual meeting, September 13-15, at Tygart Lake State Park. This is your chance to influence our priorities for the 2025 legislative session – take it! In this newsletter, you’ll find inspiring polling information from Conservation WV:  Young voters want and will support West Virginia politicians who pave the way for more renewable energy to help reduce energy bills, create new jobs and keep young people from leaving the state. We’re also excited to share information about Jennie Smith, the new Executive Director of WV Rivers Coalition, and extend a hearty and warm welcome.

Let’s keep our momentum going! Your continued membership or donation today can power our year-round advocacy efforts. Your support is the backbone of our work.

We look forward to seeing you at our annual meeting!

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Help Set Our Priorities: Register now for WVEC’s Annual Meeting!
WVEC
WVEC's Annual Meeting registration is open. Whether you're new to this or a long-time advocate, we’d love for you to join us! Everyone is welcome. Our meeting runs September 13-15, 2024, at the beautiful Tygart Lake State Park in Grafton, WV.
Tagged: Event, Legislation

Young West Virginia Voters Demand More Renewable Energy

As part of its Fix It action plan for the 2024 election, Conservation West Virginia commissioned a poll of 320 voters between the ages of 18 and 40 in seven large counties. The results are clear.
Tagged: Renewable energy

WV Rivers Announces New Executive Director: Building on a Strong Foundation
WV Rivers Coalition
After a thorough executive search, West Virginia Rivers Coalition (WV Rivers) is excited to announce Ms. Jennie Smith of Morgantown has been selected as the new Executive Director.

Improve Our Energy Efficiency Programs!

AEP customers in West Virginia have seen rates increase by 235% in the past 15 years. Energy efficiency programs can provide relief to residents and businesses. Last month, with your help, West Virginians for Energy Freedom safeguarded the current energy efficiency programs that AEP offers.
Tagged: Energy efficiency

Save the Date: Black Policy Day Webinar Series

2024 Black Policy Day Webinar Series: The West Virginia Black Policy Day team invites you to participate in their 2024 Webinar Series, starting Sept. 3rd, where they will highlight important Black policy issues, learn from partner organizations, and prepare you to amplify Black policy priorities!
Tagged: Event, Legislation