Recent Press
GO-WV Applauds $1 Billion Investment in WV, Nation’s Energy Future
Charleston, W.Va. — The Gas and Oil Association of West Virginia (GO-WV) applauds the Governor’s recent announcement of a natural gas-fired power generation project in Marshall County. GO-WV President Charlie Burd issued the following statement: “The Gas and Oil Association of West Virginia is extremely encouraged by today’s announcement that ...
Rebecca McPhail: Keeping energy wealth at home (Opinion)
https://www.wvgazettemail.com/opinion/op_ed_commentaries/rebecca-mcphail-keeping-energy-wealth-at-home-opinion/article_f0fc2b59-636e-4638-b170-9a32ee56463f.html Although most people think about powering homes when they think of natural gas, in West Virginia, natural gas is far from just an energy source. For thousands of families, it is a monthly envelope in the mailbox, a direct deposit that shows up right on time and a ...
GO-WV Applauds Energy Focus in Governor’s State of the State Address
Charleston, W.Va. — The Gas and Oil Association of West Virginia (GO-WV) applauds the Governor’s State of the State address and his clear focus on economic development, job creation, and policies that position West Virginia for long-term growth. In response to the address, GO-WV President Charlie Burd issued the following ...
GO-WV Provides Comments on Governor Morrisey’s 50 x 50 Plan
Charleston, W.Va. – January 6, 2026 – The Gas and Oil Association of West Virginia (GO-WV) appreciated the opportunity to provide comments on the development of Governor Patrick Morrisey's Comprehensive Energy Policy, which were due December 23, 2025. Below is an excerpt from GO-WV’s full comments: GO-WV represents the ...
Gas can secure WV’s energy future
By Charlie Burd, President, and Rebecca McPhail, President-Elect, Gas and Oil Association of West Virginia West Virginians have powered this nation for more than a century. The natural gas and oil industry has provided reliable energy, good jobs and a strong economic foundation for families across our state. That ...
