Headed out to the 2024 Charleston House Fair on November 2nd? Be sure to stop by the West Virginians for Energy Freedom table and pick up some helpful information and maybe some swag as well.

Navigating Rising Utility Costs Public Meeting

September 25 | 6:30–8:30 PM

Beckley Raleigh County Convention Center

Are you and your loved ones struggling to keep up with the rising cost of utility bills? West Virginians pay some of the highest utility rates in the country—and AEP has recently proposed another rate hike!

West Virginians for Energy Freedom invites you to join us as we help navigate the recently proposed AEP rate hike. Discussion will be followed by a Q+A session. Find out what you can do to combat rising utility costs!

Community Action Event: Weirton

August 13 | 5:00–6:00 PM

Mary H Weir Public Library | 3442 Main St, Weirton, WV 26062

Register and join us for a Community Action Event hosted by West Virginians for Energy Freedom! During this event, you can expect a highly interactive workshop designed to break down the basics of the energy system in West Virginia and highlight 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. Share your personal and community-wide struggles with rising electricity costs. Together, we can work towards a brighter energy future for West Virginia!

Lunch and Learn

November 4th | 1:00 PM

Join us November 4th from 1-2 PM, for our next member Lunch and Learn! This is an exclusive event for WV4EF members. This month we will be discussing energy efficiency topics with special guest speakers from Energy Efficient West Virginia.

Lunch and Learn

September 30th 1:00 PM

Join us September 30, for our next member Lunch and Learn! This is an exclusive event for WV4EF members. This month we will be discussing solar topics, including net metering. Thanks to Dan Conant, CEO and Founder of Solar Holler for being our guest speaker.

Rally For Fair Rates

August 15 | 3:00–4:30 PM

Across from AEP Office, Laidley Tower Building
500 Lee Street Charleston, WV 25301

BYOB! Bring Your Own Bills, that is…
Are you fed up with skyrocketing electricity costs? Join us on August 15th in Charleston for a rally to show AEP we’re tired of these climbing rates! Bring your bill with you and register today!

Lunch and Learn

August 12 | 12:00 PM

Join us for WV4EF’s very first member Lunch and Learn featuring our guest, Chris Samples, IBEW Local Union 466 Business Manager.

You will learn about:

• IBEW and the solar industry’s role in providing union jobs

• Current AEP energy cases and how they could impact your bills

• What you can do to fight rate increases

• Solar Ethics Pledge—how to find a reputable installer in WV

There will be a Q&A during this event.

Community Action Event: Fairmont

July 25 | 5:15 PM–6:15 PM

Marion County Public Library | Conference Room B

Community Action Event: Martinsburg

June 27 | 5:30 PM–6:30 PM

Martinsburg Public Library | Top Floor Meeting Room

Community Action Event: Morgantown

April 25 | 5:30 PM–6:30 PM

Morgantown Public Library | Meeting Room A

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