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West Virginia’s Energy Future in Question | Charleston News
West Virginia’s coal industry is sounding the alarm over a proposed gas-fired power plant, warning it could saddle ratepayers with costly risks. Chris Hamilton of the West Virginia Coal Association argues the state should prioritize proven coal upgrades over new gas projects, especially as demand surges with new data centers and industrial growth. While state lawmakers back coal modernization and the Public Service Commission currently leans coal-friendly, Hamilton knows political winds could shift — and construction isn’t even scheduled to begin until 2027. The debate over West Virginia’s…
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