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Newsletter article WVEC March 6, 2026
Happenings Around the Mountain
March 8: Mycoremediation Mushroom Meetup | 1 to 3 p.m. in Fayetteville | March 11: Bringing Elk Back to West Virginia — What Genetics Can Tell Us About a Conservation Comeback | 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Robert C. Byrd Center for Congressional History and Education or Zoom | March 11: WV Climate Alliance Lunch & Learn | 12 p.m. Remote | March 11: WVCAG Climate Committee Meeting | 6 p.m. Remote | March 13-15: Basic CPR/First Aid & Crosscut Sawyer Training | March 18: Charleston Green Drinks | 5:30 p.m. Fife Street Brewing | March 21: 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 | ACTIONS More
Issues: Climate change, Event, Opportunity, Water
Happenings Around the Mountain
March 8: Mycoremediation Mushroom Meetup | 1 to 3 p.m. in Fayetteville | March 11: Bringing Elk Back to West Virginia — What Genetics Can Tell Us About a Conservation Comeback | 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Robert C. Byrd Center for Congressional History and Education or Zoom | March 11: WV Climate Alliance Lunch & Learn | 12 p.m. Remote | March 11: WVCAG Climate Committee Meeting | 6 p.m. Remote | March 13-15: Basic CPR/First Aid & Crosscut Sawyer Training | March 18: Charleston Green Drinks | 5:30 p.m. Fife Street Brewing | March 21: 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 | ACTIONS More
Issues: Climate change, Event, Opportunity, Water
Newsletter article WVEC February 20, 2026
Notes & News
Data Centers & “Garbage Wars” | WV House passes data center enticement bill that would keep project details hidden | Morrisey administration undermining water protections in data center, selenium rules | WV lawmakers look to control power bills but stand by Trump’s coal plant double-down | AEP plan forecasts long environmental recovery to come for Wyoming County oil spill | Coal Communities Accuse Congress of Breaking Its Promise to Clean Up Abandoned Mine Lands | WV House passes new data center development rules without local control, water protection provisions | The Industry Comes In and Kills the Work of Local Citizens More
Issues: Climate change, Coal, Data centers, Energy efficiency, Solid waste, Water
Notes & News
Data Centers & “Garbage Wars” | WV House passes data center enticement bill that would keep project details hidden | Morrisey administration undermining water protections in data center, selenium rules | WV lawmakers look to control power bills but stand by Trump’s coal plant double-down | AEP plan forecasts long environmental recovery to come for Wyoming County oil spill | Coal Communities Accuse Congress of Breaking Its Promise to Clean Up Abandoned Mine Lands | WV House passes new data center development rules without local control, water protection provisions | The Industry Comes In and Kills the Work of Local Citizens More
Issues: Climate change, Coal, Data centers, Energy efficiency, Solid waste, Water
Newsletter article WVEC February 13, 2026
Notes & News
Lawsuit: ‘Staggering’ that 2,400 Wayne customers were without water for 3 weeks | WV bill barring use of toxic pesticides near schools opposed by state, farm industry | WV lawmakers advancing bills that risk adding to water utility and PSD burdens | WV leaders double down on hiding project information as they ramp up data center push | WV GOP doesn’t want you to have nice things | The West Virginia Flood Resiliency Trust Fund needs money now | Trump administration completes rollback of Obama-era greenhouse gas regulations | Trump's big climate reversal sets up a courtroom clash | More
Issues: Climate change, Data centers, Health, Pollution
Notes & News
Lawsuit: ‘Staggering’ that 2,400 Wayne customers were without water for 3 weeks | WV bill barring use of toxic pesticides near schools opposed by state, farm industry | WV lawmakers advancing bills that risk adding to water utility and PSD burdens | WV leaders double down on hiding project information as they ramp up data center push | WV GOP doesn’t want you to have nice things | The West Virginia Flood Resiliency Trust Fund needs money now | Trump administration completes rollback of Obama-era greenhouse gas regulations | Trump's big climate reversal sets up a courtroom clash | More
Issues: Climate change, Data centers, Health, Pollution
Legislative Updates WVEC February 13, 2026
GREEN Newsletter, Volume 36 Issue 4
It was a tough week for environmental policy, both at the state and national levels. The Trump administration rolled back the “endangerment finding” in the name of economic prosperity. The 2009 finding helped the EPA regulate greenhouse gases as climate change became a named threat to human health. The United States is one of the largest greenhouse gas emitters. More
Issues: Climate change, Eday, Water
GREEN Newsletter, Volume 36 Issue 4
It was a tough week for environmental policy, both at the state and national levels. The Trump administration rolled back the “endangerment finding” in the name of economic prosperity. The 2009 finding helped the EPA regulate greenhouse gases as climate change became a named threat to human health. The United States is one of the largest greenhouse gas emitters. More
Issues: Climate change, Eday, 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
Legislative Updates WVEC February 6, 2026
GREEN Newsletter, Volume 36 Issue 3
Last week, we shut the door on the first month of the year, and while it’s hard to believe February is already here, we’re excited about all of the events and opportunities this month! More
Issues: Climate change, Data centers, Eday, Event, Pollution, Public lands, Water
GREEN Newsletter, Volume 36 Issue 3
Last week, we shut the door on the first month of the year, and while it’s hard to believe February is already here, we’re excited about all of the events and opportunities this month! More
Issues: Climate change, Data centers, Eday, Event, Pollution, Public lands, Water
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
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
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
Action Alerts WVEC July 9, 2025
Join the Effort to Rebuild Resilient Communities Post-Flood
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
Issues: Climate change, Health, Legislation, Water
Join the Effort to Rebuild Resilient Communities Post-Flood
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
Issues: Climate change, Health, Legislation, Water
Legislative Updates WVEC May 3, 2025
GREEN Newsletter, Volume 35 Issue 9 (Wrap Up)
The West Virginia legislative session is over, and once again, lawmakers failed to address the real issues facing our communities—from flood recovery to energy affordability. But that didn’t stop us. Thanks to everyone who called, emailed, showed up, and made their voices heard—your advocacy mattered. More
Issues: Aboveground tanks, Climate change, Community air monitoring, Data centers, Energy, Event, Renewable energy, Water
GREEN Newsletter, Volume 35 Issue 9 (Wrap Up)
The West Virginia legislative session is over, and once again, lawmakers failed to address the real issues facing our communities—from flood recovery to energy affordability. But that didn’t stop us. Thanks to everyone who called, emailed, showed up, and made their voices heard—your advocacy mattered. More
Issues: Aboveground tanks, Climate change, Community air monitoring, Data centers, Energy, Event, Renewable energy, Water
Newsletter article WVEC May 2, 2025
Meet the West Virginians Leading Climate Solutions
“I want to see a cleaner Charleston, a greener Charleston, and a more connected Charleston.” That's Quenton King with the Charleston, WV Green Team. He's one of many West Virginians talking about their climate activities on the new People’s Climate Solutions website. More
Issues: Climate change
Meet the West Virginians Leading Climate Solutions
“I want to see a cleaner Charleston, a greener Charleston, and a more connected Charleston.” That's Quenton King with the Charleston, WV Green Team. He's one of many West Virginians talking about their climate activities on the new People’s Climate Solutions website. More
Issues: Climate change
Newsletter article WVEC April 4, 2025
Upcoming Events: CAG Climate Meeting, Cheat Fest, and More
April 9: Citizen Action Group (CAG) Climate Committee Meeting | May 2 and 3: Cheat River Festival | September 20: WVEC’s Annual Meeting | The Annual Meeting is open to everyone More
Issues: Climate change, Event
Upcoming Events: CAG Climate Meeting, Cheat Fest, and More
April 9: Citizen Action Group (CAG) Climate Committee Meeting | May 2 and 3: Cheat River Festival | September 20: WVEC’s Annual Meeting | The Annual Meeting is open to everyone More
Issues: Climate change, Event
Legislative Updates WVEC April 4, 2025
GREEN Newsletter, Volume 35 Issue 8
Welcome to our last newsletter of the 2025 Legislative Session. With several bills still moving, stay tuned for any final action alerts next week, and check out the actions you can take right now in our Weekly Round-Up. More
Issues: Climate change, Coal, Event, Public lands, Water
GREEN Newsletter, Volume 35 Issue 8
Welcome to our last newsletter of the 2025 Legislative Session. With several bills still moving, stay tuned for any final action alerts next week, and check out the actions you can take right now in our Weekly Round-Up. More
Issues: Climate change, Coal, Event, Public lands, Water
Newsletter article WV Rivers Coalition March 28, 2025
Southern WV Residents Face Overwhelming Flood Recovery Challenges
Our friends and neighbors in southern West Virginia continue to struggle to clean up and recover from recent flooding. The task and the need for assistance to rebuild their lives, homes and communities are overwhelming. More
Issues: Climate change, Floods
Southern WV Residents Face Overwhelming Flood Recovery Challenges
Our friends and neighbors in southern West Virginia continue to struggle to clean up and recover from recent flooding. The task and the need for assistance to rebuild their lives, homes and communities are overwhelming. More
Issues: Climate change, Floods
Newsletter article WVEC February 21, 2025
Upcoming events
Advocacy 101 - Preparing for E-Day Webinar on Feb. 25 | Green Drinks on March 5 | Black Policy Day on March 10 | Community Climate Meeting on March 12 | Environmental Day at the State Capitol March 17 More
Issues: Climate change, Eday, Event
Upcoming events
Advocacy 101 - Preparing for E-Day Webinar on Feb. 25 | Green Drinks on March 5 | Black Policy Day on March 10 | Community Climate Meeting on March 12 | Environmental Day at the State Capitol March 17 More
Issues: Climate change, Eday, Event
Newsletter article February 10, 2024
Climate Reality Training in NYC, April 12-14 – Application & Scholarship
You're invited to the Climate Reality Project's next Leadership Corp Training this April in New York City! This spring, join former Vice President Al Gore and an all-star lineup of thought leaders, experts, and organizers in New York City for a Climate Reality Leadership training exploring the climate crisis today and the road to a sustainable tomorrow. More
Issues: Climate change
Climate Reality Training in NYC, April 12-14 – Application & Scholarship
You're invited to the Climate Reality Project's next Leadership Corp Training this April in New York City! This spring, join former Vice President Al Gore and an all-star lineup of thought leaders, experts, and organizers in New York City for a Climate Reality Leadership training exploring the climate crisis today and the road to a sustainable tomorrow. More
Issues: Climate change
Newsletter article WVEC November 20, 2023
The Climate Reality Project Expands in West Virginia
The Climate Reality Project, founded by former US Vice President Al Gore, is a global organization dedicated to mobilizing action on climate change. They employ education, advocacy, and actionable solutions to address the urgent climate crisis. More
Issues: Climate change
The Climate Reality Project Expands in West Virginia
The Climate Reality Project, founded by former US Vice President Al Gore, is a global organization dedicated to mobilizing action on climate change. They employ education, advocacy, and actionable solutions to address the urgent climate crisis. More
Issues: Climate change
Action Alerts WV Citizen Action Group August 30, 2023
WV to NY: March for Climate Justice
Join the WV Citizen Action Group at the March to End Fossil Fuels on September 17th in NYC. More
Issues: Climate change, Fossil fuels
WV to NY: March for Climate Justice
Join the WV Citizen Action Group at the March to End Fossil Fuels on September 17th in NYC. More
Issues: Climate change, Fossil fuels
Newsletter article May 12, 2023
WV Students Create Winning Climate Change PSAs
West Virginia students have important climate messages to share with all West Virginians—from using renewable energy to reducing their carbon footprint and addressing flood and food security risks due to climate change. More
Issues: Climate change
WV Students Create Winning Climate Change PSAs
West Virginia students have important climate messages to share with all West Virginians—from using renewable energy to reducing their carbon footprint and addressing flood and food security risks due to climate change. More
Issues: Climate change
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