West Virginians For Reliable and Affordable Power

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 09.15.25

West Virginians for Reliable and Affordable Energy, also known as Reliable Affordable Energy (“we,” “our,” or “us”), respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, how we may share it within our organizational structure, and the choices you have when interacting with our website.

1. Information We Collect

When you interact with our website, we may collect the following information:

A. Personal Information You Provide

We may ask for and collect personal data, such as your:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Mailing address
  • Mobile phone number
  • Zip code

Purpose of Collection:

We collect this information to keep supporters informed about energy- and infrastructure- related issues in West Virginia, the Mid-Atlantic region and the nation, and to contact you from time to time with opportunities to reach out to your public officials on important policy matters.

We may also send periodic updates and action alerts via text message if you provide your mobile phone number.

We will not sell, rent, or share your personal information, including your mobile number — with third parties for marketing purposes.

B. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may collect certain non-identifying information automatically, including:

  • Your IP address
  • Browser type and operating system
  • Pages you visit and time spent on our site

 

This data is used to analyze website traffic, improve performance, and enhance user experience.

2. Relationship With Americans for Reliable and Affordable Energy

West Virginians for Reliable and Affordable Energy (WVRAE/Reliable Affordable Energy) is a state-level chapter of Americans for Reliable and Affordable Energy, LLC  (ARAE), also known as Reliable Affordable Energy, a national organization that supports similar educational and advocacy efforts across multiple states.

By providing your personal information to WVRAE, you acknowledge and consent that your information may be shared with ARAE for purposes consistent with this Privacy Policy, including but not limited to:

  • General issue and policy updates that are regional or national in scope
  • Providing educational resources and updates
  • Delivering requests to contact public officials on energy and infrastructure issues

 

ARAE will maintain the same level of privacy protection described in this policy. Your information will not be sold, rented, or shared with any unrelated third parties for marketing purposes.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Keep you informed about energy- and infrastructure-related news and developments
  • Provide updates on activities and interests
  • Request your participation in contacting policymakers
  • Send text message updates
  • Respond to inquiries or requests you submit
  • Improve our website and communications

 

4. Sharing Your Information

We will not sell, rent, or trade your personal information — including email addresses and mobile numbers — to third parties for marketing purposes.

We may share your information only when necessary in the following situations:

  • With Americans for Reliable and Affordable Energy, LLC to coordinate communications and advocacy outreach consistent with this Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions.
  • With service providers assisting with website hosting, email delivery, text messaging, or analytics
  • For legal compliance, if required by law, regulation, or court order
  • For protection of rights, if necessary to prevent fraud or protect our organization

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Understand how visitors use our website
  • Improve functionality and user experience
  • Provide more relevant content

 

You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or alert you when they’re being used.

6. Your Choices

  • Email Communications: You may opt out of receiving emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included in our emails or by contacting us directly.
  • Text Message Communications:
    • By providing your mobile number, you consent to receive periodic text messages related to energy and infrastructure issues, legislative updates, and opportunities to take action.
    • You may opt out at any time by replying STOP to any message.
    • Standard message and data rates may apply.

 

7. Security of Your Information

We take reasonable measures to safeguard your personal information against unauthorized access, use, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

8. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under 16, and we do not knowingly collect information from anyone under 16 years old.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be reflected on this page, and the “Effective Date” will be updated accordingly.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is used, please contact us:

West Virginians for Reliable and Affordable Energy
Email: information@ReliableAffordableEnergy.org