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West Virginia Defends Coal Plants | Parkersburg News
West Virginia is fighting to keep its aging coal plants running, arguing federal grid rules force them offline too often and accelerate wear on critical infrastructure. The state is lobbying the White House, DOE, and FERC, pushing for reforms to PJM’s market-driven system that favors cheaper energy sources like gas and nuclear. Officials stress these plants are vital for local reliability, not just market profits. With help from the National Energy Technology Lab and major utility investments in plants like Fort Martin and Harrison, West Virginia is modernizing its coal fleet while crafting…
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