Appalachia
Ohio startup to reuse battery cells aims to spark economic growth in Appalachia
Growth of the electric vehicle market and increasing demand for battery storage are likely to propel growth.
Appalachia
Southwest Virginia bike shop is now a beacon for solar power in the region
A 16-kilowatt array on the roof of Iron Works Cycling is the first successful project for a regional group trying to seed solar projects across seven coalfield counties.
Virginia
Appalachian schools seek solar reforms as region renegotiates utility contract
Schools and governments in Southwest Virginia want solar policy to match new state law.
Appalachia
‘Less-than-ideal bedfellows’: Mountain Valley Pipeline payout prompts criticism
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy expected scrutiny for accepting a $19.5 million gift from the pipeline’s developer but believes time will show it was the right decision.
economic development
Ohio researchers show how solar could help turn around Appalachian economy
The Ohio University study is the first to quantify the broad economic impact of utility-scale solar projects for the state.