WVDEP’s Office of Oil and Gas hosting public meetings to develop criteria for plugging Marginal Conventional Wells The agency is looking to gather input on what factors should be used to create a ranking system for selecting marginal conventional wells (MCWs) to be plugged. The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection’s(WVDEP) Office of Oil ...

CHARLESTON, W.Va. ─ The Gas and Oil Political Action Committee (GOpac), the official political action arm of the Gas and Oil Association of WV, Inc., has endorsed 104 candidates in the upcoming November 5, 2024, WV General Election. The Gas and Oil Association of WV, Inc., is an over 475-member trade association representing oil ...

GO-WV’s 2024 “Gas Facts” Edition Highlights Production Growth, Property and Severance Tax Revenues, and Employment Tied to Responsible Energy Development CHARLESTON, W.Va., September 12, 2024 — West Virginia natural gas and oil production increased fourteen and twenty-six percent, respectfully, in 2023, according to the Gas and Oil Association of West Virginia (GO-WV)’s annual Gas ...

Much of the U.S. is experiencing extreme heat this summer and West Virginia is no different. With temperatures regularly nearing 100°F, access to energy is vitally important, and our homegrown natural gas resources can deliver the reliable power needed to keep the AC running and the electricity on. The North American Electric Reliability Corp. ...

On June 5 and 6, the Gas and Oil Association of West Virginia (GO-WV) hosted its annual Science Teacher Workshop series in Morgantown, where they hosted 40 teachers from across the state and shared with them tools and knowledge necessary to integrate energy-related concepts into the classroom. What Happened: The annual event, hosted in ...

Following FERC's authorization of the Mountain Valley Pipeline (MVP)'s in-service, GO-WV Executive Director Charlie Burd issued the following statement: “Pipelines are essential energy infrastructure that facilitate the safe and efficient transport of natural gas across regions, and Mountain Valley Pipeline’s (MVP) completion is a significant win for millions of Americans. However, MVP’s road to ...

Over 40 West Virginia teachers gained firsthand insights into the science of natural gas and oil development The Gas and Oil Association of West Virginia (GO-WV) hosted its annual Science Teacher Workshop series in Morgantown June 5 and 6, equipping educators with the tools and knowledge necessary to integrate energy-related concepts into the ...

Amidst the rolling hills and vibrant landscapes in the heart of West Virginia lies an industry dedicated to both energy production and environmental preservation. Those proudly developing the natural gas and oil resources that maintain quality of life, grow our economy and create jobs are also the ones laying the foundation of a more ...

Following WV Solicitor General See's nomination to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), GO-WV Executive Director Charlie Burd issued the following statement: “We support the nomination and confirmation of Lindsay See, whose appointment will ensure FERC is able to effectively function by reviewing and approving critical energy projects. See’s career as an advocate for ...

February 8, 2024 The Honorable Jennifer Granholm Secretary, United States Department of Energy 1000 Independence Ave. SW Washington DC 20585 Dear Secretary Granholm, As the voices of Appalachia’s natural gas and oil industries and the workers contributing to our nation’s energy security, we are writing to express our deep concern with the ill-advised ...