The growth of solar has pushed renewables past coal in the regional grid that includes West Virginia.
West Virginia’s Solar Holler hits $100 million milestone in renewable energy projects
More coal to make electricity in West Virginia could mean high bills
President Donald Trump wants the country to use more coal, a fuel utilities have turned away from in recent decades. One exception: West Virginia, which produces and consumes a lot of coal. That’s made electricity more expensive there. Some residents have turned to alternative ways to power and heat their homes.
A push for more coal has some in West Virginia worried about electricity prices
A new push by the Trump administration for more coal production is getting mixed reviews in West Virginia, where the majority of electricity is produced by coal and expensive for many residents.
Governor’s microgrids bill represents opportunity — but also questions about effects on ratepayers
‘Lower rates for all’: West Virginia citizens rally for lower electric rates
by: Jordan Mead
Watch the report at https://www.wowktv.com/news/west-virginia/lower-rates-for-all-west-virginia-citizens-rally-for-lower-electric-rates/
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – West Virginians’ electric rates have doubled between 2005 and 2022, according to state lawmakers. Shawn Phillips said she suffered from the increase in electric payments.