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The West Virginia Coal Association today applauded the Trump Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for finalizing the Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Point Source Category – Deadline Extensions Rule. The rule provides much-needed compliance flexibility for America’s coal-fired electric generating units, ensuring that West Virginia’s coal fleet can continue to power our homes, businesses, and industries while supporting thousands of good-paying jobs.
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The West Virginia Coal Association (WVCA) today announced it has submitted formal comments to the West Virginia Office of Energy in response to the state’s request for input on the development of a Comprehensive Energy Plan for West Virginia. The comments were transmitted to West Virginia Office of Energy Director Nicholas Preservati and focus on the central role coal must continue to play in meeting the state’s and nation’s energy, economic, and security needs.
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West Virginia had the 13th lowest electric rates in the United States in September 2025. Of our surrounding states, only Kentucky had lower average electric prices (-$0.55) than West Virginia.
West Virginia rates were -$3.13 (-22%) lower than the U.S. Average and -$2.96 lower than the average price in 13-state region of PJM (-21%). Compared to the average price in the three deregulated border states (PA, OH and MD), West Virginia rates were -$3.66 cheaper (-25%).
Compared to last year, Average U.S. prices were +$3.91 (+38%) higher in September 2025. The average price in the 13-state region of PJM was +$2.00 higher (+17%) and West Virginia prices increased +$0.01 (+0.09%).
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This week, Public Service Commission Chair Charlotte Lane provided clarity on an issue that has generated unnecessary speculation: West Virginia has no plans to shut down its coal-fired power plants. As she stated directly, no utility has filed any request to close any plant, and the PSC has no intention of initiating such a process.
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The America’s Coal Association today praised the bipartisan introduction of the National Miners Day Resolution, led by Senator Jim Justice (R-WV) and Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ), recognizing December 6, 2025, as National Miners Day and celebrating the contributions of America’s miners.
“Coal miners are the quiet giants of America’s industrial strength,” said Chris Hamilton, President of the West Virginia Coal Association. “From the metallurgical coal that fuels steelmaking to the thermal coal that keeps homes warm and the grid steady, West Virginia miners do the hard, necessary work that powers American progress. This bipartisan resolution is a fitting tribute to the grit, sacrifice, and productivity of the men and women who make it possible.”
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