Energy & Environment

Photojournalist Talks Resilience, Recovery After Flood, This West Virginia Morning

More than nine months after the February flood that hit southern West Virginia, residents are still rebuilding their lives. WVPB asked West Virginia photojournalist Roger May to create a photo essay on the people in that region. May sat down with News Director Eric Douglas to discuss the project.

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The Future Of Low-head Dams, This West Virginia Morning

Low-head dams across Appalachia have been responsible for many deaths, causing state officials to label them as public safety hazards. But some community members are hesitant to have the fixtures removed.

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Monsanto To Pay State For PCB Contamination

The state of West Virginia has reached a settlement with Monsanto Company, Solutia Inc. and Pharmacia LLC for toxic contamination of the state’s waterways and natural resources.

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Black Diamond Rates Will Not Go Up During PSC Investigation

Black Diamond Power has been under investigation since October after dozens of public complaints of billing inconsistencies.

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