West Virginia First Energy Act mandates coal and natural gas use for reliable, affordable energy.

The West Virginia First Energy Act establishes regulations to ensure the continued use of coal and natural gas for electric generation. It requires coal-fired plants to maintain a minimum 69% utilization rate and mandates a 30-day on-site coal inventory. Natural gas facilities must secure firm supply contracts. The Public Service Commission must approve any retirement or reduction of coal or natural gas plants. Utilities cannot invest in new intermittent generation resources like wind or solar without demonstrating no impact on rates or market exposure.

West Virginia First Energy Act mandates coal and natural gas use for reliable, affordable energy.

The West Virginia First Energy Act establishes regulations to ensure the continued use of coal and natural gas for electric generation. It requires coal-fired plants to maintain a minimum 69% utilization rate and mandates a 30-day on-site coal inventory. Natural gas facilities must secure firm supply contracts. The Public Service Commission must approve any retirement or reduction of coal or natural gas plants. Utilities cannot invest in new intermittent generation resources like wind or solar without demonstrating no impact on rates or market exposure.