What does WVEC mean in COMMUNITY

WVEC works to protect and improve the environment in West Virginia. This includes advocating for the protection of the state's air, land, water, wildlife and public health through educational initiatives, citizen involvement and legislative action.

You can become a member of WVEC or make a donation to support their work. You can also participate in volunteer activities such as tree plantings or cleanups. Most importantly, you can contact your legislators encouraging them to pass laws protecting West Virginia's environment.

WVEC advocates for legislation designed to protect the environment of West Virginia such as bills concerning climate change initiatives or greater regulations on industrial pollution. They also actively support local projects that protect natural areas from development or other degradation.

No, WVEC is an independently funded non-profit organization supported by its memberships, donations from individuals and organizations, grants from private foundations and fundraising events.

WVEC has achieved many successes over its more than 35 year history including securing passage of major environmental bills such as the Underground Storage Tank Program Act and the Oil Pollution Prevention Law; working with communities to establish conservation easements; facilitating clean water programs; organizing efforts to reduce plastic bag waste; undertaking large tree planting campaigns; launching community composting programs; leading river festivals across the state; creating green school curricula; providing grants to help local citizens take action against pollution sources like coal mines; and sponsoring a wide range of educational programs related to conserving our natural resources.