Recent Press

GO-WV Applauds Collaboration During 2025 Legislative Session

April 16th, 2025|

“We thank the Legislature for advancing policies that strengthen West Virginia’s economy and energy future. From microgrid development incentives to streamlined permitting, forward thinking well-plugging reforms and expanded carbon storage capabilities, these actions give us a strong competitive advantage and further position us as America’s energy state. At the ...

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America’s Energy State: GO-WV’s Gas and Oil Day Outlines WV’s Energy Future

April 8th, 2025|

https://vimeo.com/1072591551/ed5c876dd0?share=copy%3chttps://vimeo.com/1072591551/ed5c876dd0?share=copy%3e West Virginia’s natural gas and oil sector took center stage at the annual Gas and Oil Day at the Capitol. Hosted by the Gas and Oil Association of West Virginia (GO-WV), the event brought together industry leaders, experts, workers and policymakers to amplify the significant role ...

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Gov. Morrisey, Industry Leaders Ask Legislature to Pass Power Generation and Consumption Act

March 18th, 2025|

Proposed legislation opens the door for microgrids and data centers to enter West Virginia Charleston, W.Va. - Today, Governor Patrick Morrisey stood with natural resource industry and educational leaders to ask the West Virginia Legislature to pass the Power Generation and Consumption Act to expand data center development in the ...

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GO-WV Statement on FirstEnergy Power Plant Upgrades

March 13th, 2025|

“FirstEnergy’s decision to upgrade two power plants into state-of-the-art combined-cycle facilities marks a pivotal shift in West Virginia’s energy future. By embracing highly efficient natural gas generation, the company is planning to deliver affordable, more reliable and cleaner energy. Their move isn’t just about modernization, it’s about securing affordable, ...

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