Written by AV's Intern Team
AV's Intern Team
Every year, Appalachian Voices is fortunate to assemble a phenomenal team of rockstar interns from numerous Appalachian and East Coast universities. Enjoy these posts from our interns.
Online Shopping: A Farmer’s Market
An online marketplace allows shoppers to reach 51 local West Virginia farms at the click of a button.
Fracking Concerns Fuel Research, Government Opposition
The latest hydraulic fracturing news includes new fracking bans and moratoriums and an increase in earthquakes linked to underground injection of fracking wastewater.
Mountaintop Removal Reduces Nearby Songbird Populations
Forest-dependent songbird species appear in significantly smaller numbers…
Increasing Homeowner Access to Energy Savings
Financing programs are helping homeowners invest in upgrades that make residences more comfortable while lowering electric bills and reducing a home’s carbon footprint.
Dominion Eyes Alternate Route for Atlantic Coast Pipeline
Immense public opposition in Virginia led developers to…
Schools Do the Math and Go Green
Regional schools are finding that solar power and energy efficiency can help reduce electric bills, cut greenhouse gas emissions, and provide a valuable learning opportunity.