Joins Charlie Burd in Co-Leadership Role The Gas and Oil Association of West Virginia (GO-WV) announced today that Rebecca McPhail has been selected as president-elect of the association. McPhail will serve alongside current president Charlie Burd in a co-leadership role to ensure a smooth transition before Burd’s planned retirement next year. “I am honored ...

Charleston, W. Va. – The Gas and Oil Association of West Virginia (GO-WV) praised FirstEnergy’s Integrated Resource Plan (IRP), filed today with the West Virginia Public Service Commission, which includes the company’s proposal to build 1.2 GW of new natural gas-fired power generation in the state. FirstEnergy’s proposal can power more than a million homes ...

AUGUST 28, 2025 - Gas and Oil Association of West Virginia President Charlie Burd today issued the following statement on Governor Morrisey’s announced ‘50 by ‘50’ electricity generation growth plan: “West Virginia’s natural gas industry remains ready to meet the moment and put our low-cost, reliable resources to work in realizing Governor Morrisey’s ‘50 by ...

https://www.wvnews.com/statejournal/opinion/celebrating-west-virginia-workers-this-labor-day/article_6b65bda7-4af1-491f-b5f4-68bb3e2f23a1.html This Labor Day, as we celebrate the hardworking men and women who keep West Virginia strong, we also celebrate the industries that make those jobs possible — particularly those that often work quietly behind the scenes to power our economy and support families in every part of our state. Energy and manufacturing stand ...

National Search for Successor Underway Charleston, W.Va. – The Gas and Oil Association of West Virginia (GO-WV) announced today that longtime President Charlie Burd will retire in 2027, following decades of exceptional service to the state’s natural gas and oil industry. A highly respected and trusted leader, Burd has guided the organization through years ...

West Virginia has powered this nation for over 160 years using the abundant energy resources beneath our feet. Today, we honor that legacy and look ahead to how our energy leadership will continue to fuel American security and prosperity while creating a better way of life right here at home. The Backbone of America’s ...

This year’s legislative session saw the passage of a number of bills that further position West Virginia as America’s energy state. Of these bills, one of the most prominent was the Power Generation and Consumption Act (House Bill 2014) that will support the development of microgrids across the state. This forward-thinking policy is a ...

“We thank the Legislature for advancing policies that strengthen West Virginia’s economy and energy future. From microgrid development incentives to streamlined permitting, forward thinking well-plugging reforms and expanded carbon storage capabilities, these actions give us a strong competitive advantage and further position us as America’s energy state. At the center of it all is ...

https://vimeo.com/1072591551/ed5c876dd0?share=copy%3chttps://vimeo.com/1072591551/ed5c876dd0?share=copy%3e West Virginia’s natural gas and oil sector took center stage at the annual Gas and Oil Day at the Capitol. Hosted by the Gas and Oil Association of West Virginia (GO-WV), the event brought together industry leaders, experts, workers and policymakers to amplify the significant role the sector plays in shaping ...