Appalachian Power adds more wind-generated power sources Evan Jones June 3, 2016 1 minute read Wind generation is hardly about to replace coal as a major source of electrical power in our region, but Appalachian Power plans on giving it a greater role in the years ahead. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story. Share: Post navigation Previous: Sidewalk Art Show is also a fundraiser for the Taubman MuseumNext: Registration open for Roanoke Entrepreneur Express Workshop Related Stories Virginia Tech secures record $75 million gift for athletics and academics Web Staff June 8, 2026 Olde Salem Brewing Company launches food service at downtown Roanoke location Clark Palmer June 5, 2026 Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport launches daily nonstop service to Dallas-Fort Worth Web Staff June 5, 2026
