Climate Change

Energy & Environment Curtis Tate, May. 02, 2025

McCuskey, 23 State AGs Sue Vermont Over Climate Law

They’re challenging a Vermont law enacted last year that imposes fines on fossil fuel producers for the greenhouse gas emissions they caused over a 30-year period.

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Energy & Environment Jack Walker, Feb. 18, 2025

House Passes Resolution Against Reclassifying Potomac River Section For Climate Concerns

House lawmakers voted to oppose Maryland efforts to reclassify parts of the Potomac River to protect cold water aquatic life from climate change.

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Energy & Environment Curtis Tate, Feb. 06, 2025

McCuskey, Gas And Coal Groups Sue New York Over Climate Law

McCuskey, flanked by representatives of the coal and gas industries in West Virginia, said the power to regulate emissions rests with the federal government.

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Energy & Environment Curtis Tate, Jan. 08, 2025

Why The Eastern Hellbender Is At Risk And How You Can Help Save It

WVPB's Energy & Environment Reporter Curtis Tate spoke with Than Hitt, senior scientist with the West Virginia Rivers Coalition, about the hellbender’s habitat in Appalachia and what threatens its population in the region.

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Education WVPB Staff, Dec. 04, 2024

Marshall Helps First Gen Students And Sen. Manchin Bids Farewell To Senate, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, Marshall University is focusing efforts on supporting first generation college students, and U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin addressed the Senate for the final time on Tuesday afternoon after 14 years in Washington and more than 40 years in public life.

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Energy & Environment Curtis Tate, Sep. 06, 2024