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Hoots and Hollers OVEC Dec 3, 2020
A Letter from WV Poet Laureate and OVEC Member Marc Harshman
For more than 30 years, OVEC has been working to make life better in numerous ways. And, whether or not OVEC has won on a particular issue, it has been in the thick of the fight and has always reliably and forcefully borne witness. More
A Letter from WV Poet Laureate and OVEC Member Marc Harshman
For more than 30 years, OVEC has been working to make life better in numerous ways. And, whether or not OVEC has won on a particular issue, it has been in the thick of the fight and has always reliably and forcefully borne witness. More
Hoots and Hollers OVEC Nov 28, 2020
Climate Reality: Al Gore Talks with OVEC Volunteer Dr. Randi P
Kudos to all climate activists and a special shout out to Randi was one of only four “incredible activists from around the globe" who directly shared their stories with Al Gore during this 2020 event. More
Issues: Appalachian Storage Hub, Climate change, Fracking
Climate Reality: Al Gore Talks with OVEC Volunteer Dr. Randi P
Kudos to all climate activists and a special shout out to Randi was one of only four “incredible activists from around the globe" who directly shared their stories with Al Gore during this 2020 event. More
Issues: Appalachian Storage Hub, Climate change, Fracking
Hoots and Hollers OVEC Nov 24, 2020
Gifts With Meaning: Bee Happy with Local, Land-Loving Honey
Honey, listen. Find out what the buzz is all about. Shop local, shop sustainable. More
Issues: Mountaintop removal, Sustainability
Gifts With Meaning: Bee Happy with Local, Land-Loving Honey
Honey, listen. Find out what the buzz is all about. Shop local, shop sustainable. More
Issues: Mountaintop removal, Sustainability
Action Alert OVEC Nov 12, 2020
Tonight: Let’s Talk Environmental Priorities at WVEC’s Annual Meeting
Join OVEC as we attend the West Virginia Environmental Council's virtual annual meeting tonight, Thursday, Nov. 12, from 6-8 p.m. It's free to attend, but registration is required. More
Issues: Pro Democracy, WV Legislature
Tonight: Let’s Talk Environmental Priorities at WVEC’s Annual Meeting
Join OVEC as we attend the West Virginia Environmental Council's virtual annual meeting tonight, Thursday, Nov. 12, from 6-8 p.m. It's free to attend, but registration is required. More
Issues: Pro Democracy, WV Legislature
Hoots and Hollers OVEC Nov 3, 2020
An Election Survival Guide
Remember for the sake of our nation that every vote must be counted, and we must move forward with healing in mind. More
Issues: Clean elections, Fair courts, Pro Democracy
An Election Survival Guide
Remember for the sake of our nation that every vote must be counted, and we must move forward with healing in mind. More
Issues: Clean elections, Fair courts, Pro Democracy
Newsletter OVEC Nov 2, 2020
Winds of Change, Fall 2020
OVEC has joined a new regional coalition called ReImagine Appalachia to help design a policy blueprint that propels the region towards a sustainable future. More
Issues: Clean elections, Fair courts, Pro Democracy, Transition economy
Winds of Change, Fall 2020
OVEC has joined a new regional coalition called ReImagine Appalachia to help design a policy blueprint that propels the region towards a sustainable future. More
Issues: Clean elections, Fair courts, Pro Democracy, Transition economy
Action Alert OVEC Oct 29, 2020
You’re Invited to Our Spooktacular Celebration!
Our month-long membership drive is a campaign to demonstrate how committed our community is to winning campaigns that protect people and the environment. Not only is this an opportunity to build our power, it’s a celebration of what can happen when we work together--plus some spooky stories and chilling costumes! More
You’re Invited to Our Spooktacular Celebration!
Our month-long membership drive is a campaign to demonstrate how committed our community is to winning campaigns that protect people and the environment. Not only is this an opportunity to build our power, it’s a celebration of what can happen when we work together--plus some spooky stories and chilling costumes! More
Action Alert OVEC Oct 20, 2020
Boo! OVEC’s Monster Membership Drive and HallowGreen Bash
Taking some seriously fun action might help alleviate some stress, so please check out what we have going on this month. More
Boo! OVEC’s Monster Membership Drive and HallowGreen Bash
Taking some seriously fun action might help alleviate some stress, so please check out what we have going on this month. More
Action Alert OVEC Oct 14, 2020
Can You Help Us Spread the Word?
Local faith leaders are working together to oppose petrochemical development in the Ohio River Valley. Join us on Oct. 14 at 4 p.m. to learn more. More
Issues: Appalachian Storage Hub, Climate change, Health, Pollution, Social justice
Can You Help Us Spread the Word?
Local faith leaders are working together to oppose petrochemical development in the Ohio River Valley. Join us on Oct. 14 at 4 p.m. to learn more. More
Issues: Appalachian Storage Hub, Climate change, Health, Pollution, Social justice
Action Alert OVEC Oct 10, 2020
We’re Going Live! Join Us for 24 Hours of Reality: Countdown to the Future
Join us at today at 2 p.m. for a virtual presentation featuring Climate Reality Leader Dr. Randi Pokladnik as part of the worldwide two-day event. More
Issues: Climate change
We’re Going Live! Join Us for 24 Hours of Reality: Countdown to the Future
Join us at today at 2 p.m. for a virtual presentation featuring Climate Reality Leader Dr. Randi Pokladnik as part of the worldwide two-day event. More
Issues: Climate change
Press Release OVEC Oct 8, 2020
OVEC to Host Virtual Climate Presentation
The Ohio Valley Environmental Coalition will host a virtual presentation featuring Climate Reality Leader Dr. Randi Pokladnik on October 10 at 2 p.m. to explain the science behind our changing world. More
OVEC to Host Virtual Climate Presentation
The Ohio Valley Environmental Coalition will host a virtual presentation featuring Climate Reality Leader Dr. Randi Pokladnik on October 10 at 2 p.m. to explain the science behind our changing world. More
Action Alert OVEC Oct 5, 2020
Will You Take Action This Autumn?
It's fall, y'all! The swelter of summer has come and gone, but easy ways to take action are here to stay. More
Issues: Pipelines, Pollution, Pro Democracy
Will You Take Action This Autumn?
It's fall, y'all! The swelter of summer has come and gone, but easy ways to take action are here to stay. More
Issues: Pipelines, Pollution, Pro Democracy
Hoots and Hollers OVEC Sep 25, 2020
ODNR Cancels Mountaineer NGL Storage Permits
This legal action is one blow to politicians' ill-conceived plans for a proposed petrochemical buildout in the Ohio River Valley. You can help add a lot more punch to this victory. Get involved! More
Issues: Appalachian Storage Hub, Fracking, Petrochemicals
ODNR Cancels Mountaineer NGL Storage Permits
This legal action is one blow to politicians' ill-conceived plans for a proposed petrochemical buildout in the Ohio River Valley. You can help add a lot more punch to this victory. Get involved! More
Issues: Appalachian Storage Hub, Fracking, Petrochemicals
Press Release OVEC Sep 24, 2020
Local Residents Hold U.S. Army Corps Accountable
On Sept. 23, citizens delivered 50 pages of public comments to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) office in Huntington, WV. More
Issues: Pollution, Water
Local Residents Hold U.S. Army Corps Accountable
On Sept. 23, citizens delivered 50 pages of public comments to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) office in Huntington, WV. More
Issues: Pollution, Water
Press Release OVEC Sep 22, 2020
Local Residents Act to Hold Federal Agency Accountable
Regional residents are pushing back against efforts to permit barge terminals to offload oil and gas waste shipped on the Ohio River. More
Local Residents Act to Hold Federal Agency Accountable
Regional residents are pushing back against efforts to permit barge terminals to offload oil and gas waste shipped on the Ohio River. More
Action Alert OVEC Sep 9, 2020
You’re Invited! Join Us For Tonight’s Celebration…
You're invited to a virtual reception on September 9 at 7 p.m. to honor and celebrate our 2020 Community Keepers Award recipients for their contributions. More
You’re Invited! Join Us For Tonight’s Celebration…
You're invited to a virtual reception on September 9 at 7 p.m. to honor and celebrate our 2020 Community Keepers Award recipients for their contributions. More
Hoots and Hollers OVEC Sep 9, 2020
Laura Forman Passion for Justice: Randi Pokladnik
This year, Randi Pokladnik is the recipient of our highest honor: the Laura Forman Passion for Justice Award. More
Laura Forman Passion for Justice: Randi Pokladnik
This year, Randi Pokladnik is the recipient of our highest honor: the Laura Forman Passion for Justice Award. More
Hoots and Hollers OVEC Sep 8, 2020
Super Citizen Lobbyist: Sue DeVall
We are pleased to announce Sue DeVall as the recipient of our 2020 Community Keepers Award for Super Citizen Lobbyist. More
Super Citizen Lobbyist: Sue DeVall
We are pleased to announce Sue DeVall as the recipient of our 2020 Community Keepers Award for Super Citizen Lobbyist. More
Hoots and Hollers OVEC Sep 3, 2020
Outstanding Ally: Leatra Harper
We are thankful for all the tremendous work Leatra has done in support of OVEC and other allied groups, and we are thrilled to take this opportunity to recognize her for her many contributions. More
Outstanding Ally: Leatra Harper
We are thankful for all the tremendous work Leatra has done in support of OVEC and other allied groups, and we are thrilled to take this opportunity to recognize her for her many contributions. More
Hoots and Hollers OVEC Sep 1, 2020
Volunteer of the Year: Kati Holland
It is our pleasure to announce Kati Holland is our Volunteer of the Year for 2020. More
Volunteer of the Year: Kati Holland
It is our pleasure to announce Kati Holland is our Volunteer of the Year for 2020. More