July 24th, 2025 by WCBC Radio

A new poll reveals shifting attitudes in how West Virginia residents feel about renewable energy, and growing disapproval of how the state’s Public Service Commission is doing its job.  84% of West Virginians support policies reducing utility bills through renewable energy and energy efficiency while 66% say they would switch to community solar if it saved them money.  The results highlight a growing frustration with energy costs, says Courtney MacDonald with West Virginians for Energy Freedom…

"In West Virginia, folks are really putting an emphasis on the struggle that they're experiencing with their energy bills and with the heightened costs of energy."