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Fort Martin Plant Sparks Outcry | Charleston News
A $2.5 billion gas-fired power plant proposal at Fort Martin threatens to upend West Virginia’s coal economy, sparking fierce backlash from miners and residents already struggling with rising bills. Mon Power plans a 90-cent monthly surcharge to fund the project — plus solar arrays — but critics argue it’s a costly burden for energy the state doesn’t need, especially if it’s meant to power out-of-state data centers. With job losses, retirement risks, and environmental concerns looming, the Public Service Commission is now weighing the proposal amid growing public outcry. Listen in comfort:Get…
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