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Newsletter article December 21, 2024
Hydrogen has Brought Subsidized False Promises
In recent months, the Appalachian Regional “Clean” Hydrogen Hub (ARCH2), and hydrogen more broadly, has received praise from industry leaders and elected and appointed officials. However, what ARCH2 puts on the table is another taxpayer-funded false solution that fails to address West Virginia’s economic and environmental woes. More
Issues: Economy, Energy, Environment, Families
Hydrogen has Brought Subsidized False Promises
In recent months, the Appalachian Regional “Clean” Hydrogen Hub (ARCH2), and hydrogen more broadly, has received praise from industry leaders and elected and appointed officials. However, what ARCH2 puts on the table is another taxpayer-funded false solution that fails to address West Virginia’s economic and environmental woes. More
Issues: Economy, Energy, Environment, Families
Newsletter article December 21, 2024
WVEC Sets Legislative Priorities at Annual Retreat
In September, West Virginia Environmental Council’s member groups and other interested citizens from across the state met at Tygart Lake State Park for our annual retreat. Approximately 50 attendees heard presentations, discussed emerging environmental issues facing our Mountain State, and played a crucial role in shaping our 2025 legislative priorities. More
Issues: Democracy, Economy, Energy, Environment
WVEC Sets Legislative Priorities at Annual Retreat
In September, West Virginia Environmental Council’s member groups and other interested citizens from across the state met at Tygart Lake State Park for our annual retreat. Approximately 50 attendees heard presentations, discussed emerging environmental issues facing our Mountain State, and played a crucial role in shaping our 2025 legislative priorities. More
Issues: Democracy, Economy, Energy, Environment
Newsletter article December 21, 2024
West Virginia on the Frontlines: Join Us in the Fight for Climate Action
We have always been on the frontlines of environmental and public health crises in West Virginia. From the perforation of our landscape from oil and gas extraction over the past 160 years to the rapid development of the coal industry over the past 140 years, our water sources, air, and health have consistently borne the cost of this “progress.” As a result, we’ve also seen a middle class emergence and gradual erasure here. The prospect of economic stability for our families keeps these industries afloat. More
Issues: Economy, Energy, Environment, Families
West Virginia on the Frontlines: Join Us in the Fight for Climate Action
We have always been on the frontlines of environmental and public health crises in West Virginia. From the perforation of our landscape from oil and gas extraction over the past 160 years to the rapid development of the coal industry over the past 140 years, our water sources, air, and health have consistently borne the cost of this “progress.” As a result, we’ve also seen a middle class emergence and gradual erasure here. The prospect of economic stability for our families keeps these industries afloat. More
Issues: Economy, Energy, Environment, Families
Newsletter article December 21, 2024
Hydrogen, Carbon Injection, and More Government-Sanctioned Pollution, OH MY!
While people around the world were still distracted by the results of the November election, the Appalachian Regional [Dirty] Hydrogen Hub (ARCH2) hosted an “open house” as a first attempt at direct engagement with the public on their proposed development in the region. After two years of the project being public, developers held the open house at West Virginia State University in Institute, in a county with zero ARCH2 sites since Chemours and TC Energy pulled out of ARCH2. More
Issues: Economy, Energy, Environment, Families
Hydrogen, Carbon Injection, and More Government-Sanctioned Pollution, OH MY!
While people around the world were still distracted by the results of the November election, the Appalachian Regional [Dirty] Hydrogen Hub (ARCH2) hosted an “open house” as a first attempt at direct engagement with the public on their proposed development in the region. After two years of the project being public, developers held the open house at West Virginia State University in Institute, in a county with zero ARCH2 sites since Chemours and TC Energy pulled out of ARCH2. More
Issues: Economy, Energy, Environment, Families
Newsletter article December 21, 2024
The Only Way Through is Together: Updates on the Organizing Revival
As John Green wrote in The Anthropocene Reviewed, “The only way out is through. And the only good way through is together.” Never has that been more poignant or true than in this moment. In the aftermath of this year’s election, we’re bracing for cuts, rollbacks, and deregulation. The issues we face—rising energy costs, the fight for affordable healthcare, the need for clean air, good jobs, and protecting the vulnerable—won’t fix themselves. And the forces pushing against progress are counting on us to feel overwhelmed, divided, and powerless. But here’s the thing: We are powerful together. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Civil Rights, Democracy, Economy, Energy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare
The Only Way Through is Together: Updates on the Organizing Revival
As John Green wrote in The Anthropocene Reviewed, “The only way out is through. And the only good way through is together.” Never has that been more poignant or true than in this moment. In the aftermath of this year’s election, we’re bracing for cuts, rollbacks, and deregulation. The issues we face—rising energy costs, the fight for affordable healthcare, the need for clean air, good jobs, and protecting the vulnerable—won’t fix themselves. And the forces pushing against progress are counting on us to feel overwhelmed, divided, and powerless. But here’s the thing: We are powerful together. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Civil Rights, Democracy, Economy, Energy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare
Action Alert CAG October 12, 2024
Get Out the Vote for Clean Water, Good Jobs, and Healthy Communities!
Join WV Citizen Action and allies for a climate voter phone banking campaign to help us contact young voters and inspire them to vote for a future where clean water and healthy communities come first. More
Issues: Democracy, Economy, Environment
Get Out the Vote for Clean Water, Good Jobs, and Healthy Communities!
Join WV Citizen Action and allies for a climate voter phone banking campaign to help us contact young voters and inspire them to vote for a future where clean water and healthy communities come first. More
Issues: Democracy, Economy, Environment
Action Alert CAG September 20, 2024
Opposing Rising Utility Costs – Community Action Event in Beckley, 9/25
Are you concerned about rising energy costs? Want to learn more about affordable energy options in West Virginia? West Virginians for Energy Freedom invites you to a Community Action Event on Wednesday, September 25, in Beckley, WV. This workshop will explain West Virginia's energy system and how to access affordable energy options. More
Issues: Economy, Energy, Environment
Opposing Rising Utility Costs – Community Action Event in Beckley, 9/25
Are you concerned about rising energy costs? Want to learn more about affordable energy options in West Virginia? West Virginians for Energy Freedom invites you to a Community Action Event on Wednesday, September 25, in Beckley, WV. This workshop will explain West Virginia's energy system and how to access affordable energy options. More
Issues: Economy, Energy, Environment
Action Alert CAG August 7, 2024
Join Us to Protest AEP Rate Hikes
Will you join us in this crucial fight for fair rates and sustainable energy in the face of numerous rate hikes? More
Issues: Economy, Energy
Join Us to Protest AEP Rate Hikes
Will you join us in this crucial fight for fair rates and sustainable energy in the face of numerous rate hikes? More
Issues: Economy, Energy
Action Alert CAG July 23, 2024
Fairmont Community Action Event by WV4EF
Concerned about rising electricity costs? Join us in Fairmont Community Action Event to learn about affordable energy solutions in WV. More
Issues: Economy, Energy, Families
Fairmont Community Action Event by WV4EF
Concerned about rising electricity costs? Join us in Fairmont Community Action Event to learn about affordable energy solutions in WV. More
Issues: Economy, Energy, Families
Citizen Action Group Blog, Newsletter article Julie Archer June 28, 2024
1974-2024: Celebrating 50 Years of Citizen Action
It's hard to believe it’s been 50 years since David Grubb returned to West Virginia after working for consumer advocate Ralph Nader with the idea of forming a statewide organization designed to represent the interests of average citizens. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
1974-2024: Celebrating 50 Years of Citizen Action
It's hard to believe it’s been 50 years since David Grubb returned to West Virginia after working for consumer advocate Ralph Nader with the idea of forming a statewide organization designed to represent the interests of average citizens. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Newsletter article Dani Parent June 28, 2024
No Parks, No Libraries? No Levy.
One of the most critical and least talked-about activities of West Virginia Citizen Action is that we offer fiscal sponsorship to grassroots community groups who want to fundraise and organize for change in their backyards. One such project, the No Parks, No Libraries, No Levy group, formed last year in response to the Cabell County Board of Education’s proposal to slash the budgets of the county library system and parks from their excess levy. More
Issues: Economy, Environment, Families
No Parks, No Libraries? No Levy.
One of the most critical and least talked-about activities of West Virginia Citizen Action is that we offer fiscal sponsorship to grassroots community groups who want to fundraise and organize for change in their backyards. One such project, the No Parks, No Libraries, No Levy group, formed last year in response to the Cabell County Board of Education’s proposal to slash the budgets of the county library system and parks from their excess levy. More
Issues: Economy, Environment, Families
Citizen Action Group Blog, Newsletter article June 28, 2024
Barbara Fleischauer honored with Rockefeller Award
Members of WVCAG were recently on hand to celebrate as former Delegate Barbara Fleischauer was honored at the Charleston Women’s Club with the West Virginians for Affordable Healthcare Rockefeller award. This distinguished award was given to Barbara in recognition of her lifetime of tireless work improving access to healthcare for West Virginians. More
Issues: Economy, Families, Healthcare
Barbara Fleischauer honored with Rockefeller Award
Members of WVCAG were recently on hand to celebrate as former Delegate Barbara Fleischauer was honored at the Charleston Women’s Club with the West Virginians for Affordable Healthcare Rockefeller award. This distinguished award was given to Barbara in recognition of her lifetime of tireless work improving access to healthcare for West Virginians. More
Issues: Economy, Families, Healthcare
Citizen Action Group Blog, Newsletter article Dani Parent June 28, 2024
WV CAG’s Organizing Revival: Building People Power
WV Citizen Action staff and leadership are proud to announce that the Organizing Revival is underway in West Virginia! Together, we can amplify the voices of West Virginia's citizens and strengthen, invigorate, and empower our communities. More
Issues: Economy, Energy, Environment, Families
WV CAG’s Organizing Revival: Building People Power
WV Citizen Action staff and leadership are proud to announce that the Organizing Revival is underway in West Virginia! Together, we can amplify the voices of West Virginia's citizens and strengthen, invigorate, and empower our communities. More
Issues: Economy, Energy, Environment, Families
Citizen Action Group Blog, Newsletter article June 28, 2024
Introducing the Care Over Cost Campaign
Is your insurance company denying the medication or care that you need? Join us in the Care Over Cost campaign! More
Issues: Civil Rights, Economy, Families, Healthcare
Introducing the Care Over Cost Campaign
Is your insurance company denying the medication or care that you need? Join us in the Care Over Cost campaign! More
Issues: Civil Rights, Economy, Families, Healthcare
Citizen Action Group Blog, Newsletter article CAG June 28, 2024
Medicaid’s Wild Ride: We MUST Protect Medicaid!
The health and well-being of the most vulnerable populations in our state should not be held as a political bargaining chip. As always, we stand ready to fight for everyone to have access to healthcare and the services they deserve. Our fight to protect Medicaid continues. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Economy, Families, Healthcare
Medicaid’s Wild Ride: We MUST Protect Medicaid!
The health and well-being of the most vulnerable populations in our state should not be held as a political bargaining chip. As always, we stand ready to fight for everyone to have access to healthcare and the services they deserve. Our fight to protect Medicaid continues. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Economy, Families, Healthcare
Citizen Action Group Blog, Newsletter article CAG June 28, 2024
Transforming Appalachia: Renewable Energy Initiatives in Southern West Virginia
By supporting renewable energy in rural coalfield towns throughout Appalachia, we can unlock renewable's full potential to drive economic prosperity, environmental sustainability, and community well-being across WV. More
Issues: Economy, Energy, Families, Workers
Transforming Appalachia: Renewable Energy Initiatives in Southern West Virginia
By supporting renewable energy in rural coalfield towns throughout Appalachia, we can unlock renewable's full potential to drive economic prosperity, environmental sustainability, and community well-being across WV. More
Issues: Economy, Energy, Families, Workers
Citizen Action Group Blog, Newsletter article Gary Zuckett June 28, 2024
2024 Legislative Session: It Just Keeps on Happening
The legislature gaveled out in March after passing 279 bills. The governor vetoed seven of them, including a controversial one loosening school vaccination requirements and a popular bipartisan effort to allow our electric utilities to build more solar power in our state. However, it's never really over. As we were going to press, the governor called the legislature into special session. More details here. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Energy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare
2024 Legislative Session: It Just Keeps on Happening
The legislature gaveled out in March after passing 279 bills. The governor vetoed seven of them, including a controversial one loosening school vaccination requirements and a popular bipartisan effort to allow our electric utilities to build more solar power in our state. However, it's never really over. As we were going to press, the governor called the legislature into special session. More details here. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Energy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare
Action Alert CAG June 24, 2024
Martinsburg Community Action Event by WV4EF
During this event, you can expect a highly interactive workshop designed to break down the basics of the energy system in West Virginia, highlighting barriers that prevent access to affordable energy. We'll provide you with valuable information and opportunities to learn more about exercising your energy rights and accessing affordable energy through government incentives, including solar and energy efficiency programs. More
Issues: Economy, Energy, Families
Martinsburg Community Action Event by WV4EF
During this event, you can expect a highly interactive workshop designed to break down the basics of the energy system in West Virginia, highlighting barriers that prevent access to affordable energy. We'll provide you with valuable information and opportunities to learn more about exercising your energy rights and accessing affordable energy through government incentives, including solar and energy efficiency programs. More
Issues: Economy, Energy, Families
Action Alert Dani Parent June 20, 2024
Let’s Talk About Adams Fork Ammonia
Join us to discuss the impacts of blue ammonia and carbon capture on health, economics, water resources, and air quality. More
Issues: Economy, Energy, Environment, Families
Let’s Talk About Adams Fork Ammonia
Join us to discuss the impacts of blue ammonia and carbon capture on health, economics, water resources, and air quality. More
Issues: Economy, Energy, Environment, Families
Action Alert CAG April 23, 2024
West Virginians for Energy Freedom: Morgantown Community Action Event
We'll provide you with information and opportunities to learn more about affordable energy and give space to discuss rising utility costs. More
Issues: Economy, Energy
West Virginians for Energy Freedom: Morgantown Community Action Event
We'll provide you with information and opportunities to learn more about affordable energy and give space to discuss rising utility costs. More
Issues: Economy, Energy
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