HB 4110
West Virginia Energy Efficiency Jobs Creation Act
Creates a statewide energy efficiency program designed to reduce energy waste, lower utility costs, and support job creation by encouraging energy efficiency investments in homes, businesses, and public buildings across West Virginia.
Sponsors: Evan Hansen
CWV Position: Supports
Position Statement: HB 4110 creates jobs while reducing energy waste, lowering utility bills, cutting pollution, and strengthening energy affordability and resilience across West Virginia.
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Reduces pollution and climate impacts: Energy efficiency is one of the fastest, cheapest ways to cut emissions from power plants, improving air quality and public health.
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Creates local jobs: Efficiency upgrades require skilled, local labor—supporting job growth in construction, retrofitting, auditing, and manufacturing that can’t be outsourced.
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Lowers energy costs for households and businesses: Using less energy means lower utility bills, especially important for low-income households and fixed-income residents.
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Protects water resources: Power generation is water-intensive. Reducing energy demand also reduces pressure on rivers and drinking water supplies.
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Strengthens grid reliability: Efficiency reduces peak demand, lowering strain on the electric grid and improving resilience during extreme weather.
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Delivers bipartisan, cost-effective solutions: Energy efficiency saves money, supports workers, and improves environmental outcomes without requiring new generation.
Status: Introduced January 14, 2026; referred to the Committee on Energy and Public Works
