West Virginians for Energy Freedom
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WV4EF a coalition of your neighbors, organizations in your community, local businesses, municipalities, and elected officials advocating for energy freedom.
Letter to the Editor: Another Rate Hike, Another Broken Promise www.wvnews.com/mineralnews/...
Letter to the Editor: Another Rate Hike, Another Broken Promise
To the Editor:
www.wvnews.com
August 10, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Letter to the Editor: Another Rate Hike, Another Broken Promise www.wvnews.com/mineralnews/...
West Virginians are already paying too much for electricity. Now, proposed rules before the Public Service Commission could make our bills even higher.
Tell the PSC to put ratepayers first.
👉 Take action: secure.ngpvan.com/RT5cLZsNqkCR...
Tell the PSC to put ratepayers first.
👉 Take action: secure.ngpvan.com/RT5cLZsNqkCR...
August 7, 2026 at 1:46 AM
West Virginians are already paying too much for electricity. Now, proposed rules before the Public Service Commission could make our bills even higher.
Tell the PSC to put ratepayers first.
👉 Take action: secure.ngpvan.com/RT5cLZsNqkCR...
Tell the PSC to put ratepayers first.
👉 Take action: secure.ngpvan.com/RT5cLZsNqkCR...
Jim Kotcon joins Mountain State Update to discuss the proposed 69% rule and the Pleasants bankruptcuy: www.mixcloud.com/danheyman/8-...
8-2-26 Jim Kotcon (WV Sierra Club), Amelia Ferrell Knisely (WV Watch) by Mountain State Update
James Kotcon with the WV Chapter of the Sierra Club talks about Public Service Commission proposals to charging rate payers more to benefit the coal industry. And Amelia Ferrell Knisely with WV Watch ...
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August 3, 2026 at 2:43 PM
Jim Kotcon joins Mountain State Update to discuss the proposed 69% rule and the Pleasants bankruptcuy: www.mixcloud.com/danheyman/8-...
Rates will go up again for Mon Power and Potomac Edison customers www.wdtv.com/2026/07/31/w...
WV regulators approve scaled-back rate increase for Mon Power, Potomac Edison
West Virginia utility regulators have approved a two-part, inflation-based rate adjustment that dramatically reduces a proposed $188.4 million rate increase for two major electric utilities.
www.wdtv.com
August 3, 2026 at 2:07 PM
Rates will go up again for Mon Power and Potomac Edison customers www.wdtv.com/2026/07/31/w...
If West Virginia utilities routinely self-schedule their generating units rather than allowing market economics to determine when they operate, the price received for their electricity may be less than the cost of producing it. Ratepayers will pay. wvmetronews.com/2026/07/28/p...
Proposed Legislative Rule Could Change Electricity in West Virginia - WV MetroNews
Listen to “Proposed Legislative Rule Could Change Electricity in West Virginia” on Spreaker. Throughout the legislative process, bills often direct a state agency — usually one with expertise in the s...
wvmetronews.com
July 29, 2026 at 6:25 PM
If West Virginia utilities routinely self-schedule their generating units rather than allowing market economics to determine when they operate, the price received for their electricity may be less than the cost of producing it. Ratepayers will pay. wvmetronews.com/2026/07/28/p...
Families shouldn't be left paying the bill for large projects. That's why the Ratepayer Bill of Rights says costs that benefit only a few customers should not be passed on to everyone else. Put ratepayers first and sign the document today. www.energyfreedomwv.org/bor
July 29, 2026 at 5:02 PM
Families shouldn't be left paying the bill for large projects. That's why the Ratepayer Bill of Rights says costs that benefit only a few customers should not be passed on to everyone else. Put ratepayers first and sign the document today. www.energyfreedomwv.org/bor
Electric bills are skyrocketing while utility companies rake in massive profits and data centers help drive prices even higher. For these customers, the situation is unsustainable. www.consumerreports.org/data-centers...
Inside the Energy Affordability Crisis: ‘We Will All Be Affected By This’ - Consumer Reports
Electric bills are skyrocketing, while utility companies rake in huge profits and data centers spread. For these people, the situation has become unsustainable.
www.consumerreports.org
July 24, 2026 at 3:49 PM
Electric bills are skyrocketing while utility companies rake in massive profits and data centers help drive prices even higher. For these customers, the situation is unsustainable. www.consumerreports.org/data-centers...
Concerned citizens made a unified stand against a proposed gas-fired power plant in Monongalia County. 32 people spoke during the state Public Service Commission public comment session Every single one opposed the plant. wvmetronews.com/2026/07/15/c...
Concerned West Virginians speak out against proposed Monongalia County power plant - WV MetroNews
The state Public Service Commission hosted a public comment session Wednesday in Charleston.
wvmetronews.com
July 16, 2026 at 8:21 PM
Concerned citizens made a unified stand against a proposed gas-fired power plant in Monongalia County. 32 people spoke during the state Public Service Commission public comment session Every single one opposed the plant. wvmetronews.com/2026/07/15/c...
Clean energy saved the grid more than $114 million during the 3-day heatwave in 2025. cleanpower.org/resources/cl...
Clean Power Delivers During Heatwaves: July 2025 | ACP
Clean energy saved the grid more than $114 million during the 3-day heatwave. Wholesale electricity markets with significant wind, solar, and energy storage representation saw lower electricity prices...
cleanpower.org
July 16, 2026 at 2:34 PM
Clean energy saved the grid more than $114 million during the 3-day heatwave in 2025. cleanpower.org/resources/cl...
West Virginia residents and consumer advocates are will speak out this evening against Mon Power and Potomac Edison’s proposed $2.48 billion natural gas power plant during a public hearing before the Public Service Commission of West Virginia. www.wvnews.com/news/wvnews/...
West Virginians to voice opposition to proposed $2.48B gas plant at PSC hearing
CHARLESTON — West Virginia residents and consumer advocates are expected to speak out Wednesday against Mon Power and Potomac Edison’s proposed $2.48 billion natural gas power plant during a public
www.wvnews.com
July 15, 2026 at 8:14 PM
West Virginia residents and consumer advocates are will speak out this evening against Mon Power and Potomac Edison’s proposed $2.48 billion natural gas power plant during a public hearing before the Public Service Commission of West Virginia. www.wvnews.com/news/wvnews/...
Please join us and make your voice heard! www.energyfreedomwv.org/gas-plant
July 7, 2026 at 11:57 PM
Please join us and make your voice heard! www.energyfreedomwv.org/gas-plant
Happy Independence Day!
July 4, 2026 at 3:38 PM
Happy Independence Day!
A $2.48 Billion Decision. Make Your Voice Heard. Join fellow community members at our coalition-hosted virtual hearing event in the Eastern Panhandle: South Jefferson Public Library (Start time - July 15, 5 PM EST) Sign up here: secure.ngpvan.com/9N2bLCrdhUSR...
July 1, 2026 at 5:49 PM
A $2.48 Billion Decision. Make Your Voice Heard. Join fellow community members at our coalition-hosted virtual hearing event in the Eastern Panhandle: South Jefferson Public Library (Start time - July 15, 5 PM EST) Sign up here: secure.ngpvan.com/9N2bLCrdhUSR...
A $2.48 Billion Decision. Make Your Voice Heard. Join fellow community members at our coalition-hosted virtual hearing event in #Morgantown:
Morgantown Public Safety Building 300 Spruce St (Start time - July 15, 5 PM EST) Sign up here: secure.ngpvan.com/9N2bLCrdhUSR...
Morgantown Public Safety Building 300 Spruce St (Start time - July 15, 5 PM EST) Sign up here: secure.ngpvan.com/9N2bLCrdhUSR...
July 1, 2026 at 5:15 PM
A $2.48 Billion Decision. Make Your Voice Heard. Join fellow community members at our coalition-hosted virtual hearing event in #Morgantown:
Morgantown Public Safety Building 300 Spruce St (Start time - July 15, 5 PM EST) Sign up here: secure.ngpvan.com/9N2bLCrdhUSR...
Morgantown Public Safety Building 300 Spruce St (Start time - July 15, 5 PM EST) Sign up here: secure.ngpvan.com/9N2bLCrdhUSR...
Here's a handy beat the Summer heat DIY efficiency tips list www.wvnews.com/online_featu...
Beat the 2026 Summer Heat With This Cost-Cutting Home Prep Checklist
(StatePoint) As the country braces for a predicted “hotter-than-normal” summer, homeowners will face financial pressure from higher cooling costs compared to last year. The good news? This easy and af...
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June 16, 2026 at 7:12 PM
Here's a handy beat the Summer heat DIY efficiency tips list www.wvnews.com/online_featu...
Groups question PSC’s decision to grant Appalachian Power in flationary rate increase. Ask to hold off until the summer of 2028. wvmetronews.com/2026/06/09/g...
Groups question PSC's decision to grant Appalachian Power inflationary rate increase - WV MetroNews
Deal with utility keeps base rate case off the table for another year.
wvmetronews.com
June 11, 2026 at 3:17 PM
Groups question PSC’s decision to grant Appalachian Power in flationary rate increase. Ask to hold off until the summer of 2028. wvmetronews.com/2026/06/09/g...
West Virginia is all-in on coal while neighboring Virginia is moving away from it. But the same utility serves both states, making it hard to lower bills for customers. www.npr.org/2026/06/07/n...
Virginia's data center boom is raising West Virginia's electricity bills
West Virginia is all-in on coal while neighboring Virginia is moving away from it. But the same utility serves both states, making it hard to lower bills for customers.
www.npr.org
June 8, 2026 at 5:03 PM
West Virginia is all-in on coal while neighboring Virginia is moving away from it. But the same utility serves both states, making it hard to lower bills for customers. www.npr.org/2026/06/07/n...
Appalachian Power customers in the state saw an increase to their bills as the calendar turned to June on Monday. Emmett Pepper said this hike is the latest battle for rate-payers in West Virginia to face. wvmetronews.com/2026/06/01/a...
Appalachian Power inflationary increase takes effect on electric bills across Mountain State - WV MetroNews
The PSC-approved rate hike costs $4.84 per 1,000 kilowatts used for customers.
wvmetronews.com
June 2, 2026 at 6:58 PM
Appalachian Power customers in the state saw an increase to their bills as the calendar turned to June on Monday. Emmett Pepper said this hike is the latest battle for rate-payers in West Virginia to face. wvmetronews.com/2026/06/01/a...
Tell the PSC to Slow Down! A decision on a $2.48 Billion gas plant should not be rushed and have as much public input as possible. Find out more at energyfreedomwv.org/gas-plant
May 27, 2026 at 7:32 PM
Tell the PSC to Slow Down! A decision on a $2.48 Billion gas plant should not be rushed and have as much public input as possible. Find out more at energyfreedomwv.org/gas-plant
Because of your letters of protest (over 100) the PSC has announced they will hold a public hearing regarding MonPower's proposed gas plant on July 15th beginning at 5:30 PM both virtually and in-person. More details soon but keep those letters coming www.energyfreedomwv.org/gas-plant
May 20, 2026 at 5:59 PM
Because of your letters of protest (over 100) the PSC has announced they will hold a public hearing regarding MonPower's proposed gas plant on July 15th beginning at 5:30 PM both virtually and in-person. More details soon but keep those letters coming www.energyfreedomwv.org/gas-plant
Officials and lawmakers in at least six states are going to new lengths to try to block rate increases proposed by utilities. Some are pressing utilities to change their model for financing major system upgrades. Spoiler alert: WV is not one of them. www.wboy.com/news/nationa...
As electric bills rise, some states are focusing on the growing profits of utilities
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — The artificial intelligence boom is leading to fights in some states over growing utility profits, as governors, attorneys general and others protesting rising electricity bi…
www.wboy.com
May 18, 2026 at 4:12 PM
Officials and lawmakers in at least six states are going to new lengths to try to block rate increases proposed by utilities. Some are pressing utilities to change their model for financing major system upgrades. Spoiler alert: WV is not one of them. www.wboy.com/news/nationa...
The Public Service Commission of West Virginia has approved a base rate adjustment requested by Appalachian Power. The move will translate to a monthly increase of about $4.84 for residential customers using 1,000 kilowatt hours per month. wchstv.com/news/local/s...
State regulators approve base rate adjustment requested by Appalachian Power
The Public Service Commission of West Virginia has approved a base rate adjustment requested by Appalachian Power.
wchstv.com
May 13, 2026 at 6:35 PM
The Public Service Commission of West Virginia has approved a base rate adjustment requested by Appalachian Power. The move will translate to a monthly increase of about $4.84 for residential customers using 1,000 kilowatt hours per month. wchstv.com/news/local/s...
Former WV coal mine worker embraces solar power www.wowktv.com/video/former...
Former WV coal mine worker embraces solar power
"I was paying like up over $100 a month back then and living alone, you know?"
www.wowktv.com
May 6, 2026 at 10:07 PM
Former WV coal mine worker embraces solar power www.wowktv.com/video/former...
This is why we need to have a bill of rights in place and have strong protections for regular West Virginians so we can afford to live here. wvmetronews.com/2026/04/19/p...
PSC offers Appalachian Power rate increase based on inflation if utility agrees to delay filing new base rate increase case - WV MetroNews
Utility tells MetroNews its reviewing the approach.
wvmetronews.com
April 20, 2026 at 2:21 PM
This is why we need to have a bill of rights in place and have strong protections for regular West Virginians so we can afford to live here. wvmetronews.com/2026/04/19/p...