 
New PUCO Rules Will Help Unleash Ohio’s Untapped Green Energy Reserves
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio has set its rules to implement a new state law, championed by the OEC last year, which will step up investment in green energy and energy-efficiency. Enacted on May 1, the landmark law requires electric utility companies to invest in energy-efficient technologies such as high-efficiency lights and
insulation, and in renewable energy sources, including wind, solar, hydro, and bio-mass.
For more information:
Fact Sheet
OEC's Press Release
Passenger Train Service in Ohio on Track!
 In March, the Ohio General Assembly approved a "green" state transportation budget. The budget proposed by the Strickland administration included funding for a number of "green" initiatives, including reestablishing passenger rail service linking Cleveland, Columbus, Springfield, Dayton, and Cincinnati, also known as the "3C Corridor."
In September, a 'whistlestop tour' coordinated by the OEC, and a series of 3C public meetings has brought new enthusiasm for the prospect of passenger rail in Ohio.
Read the press release and supporting documents and see press coverage:
 OEC's Ohio Climate Road Map, Parts 1 & 2
Climate change is a global problem requiring coordinated international cooperation. So how does Ohio contribute to the problem…and how can the state be part of possible solutions?
Read how industry, government, and consumers can make investments now to lay the groundwork for Ohio's future role as a major supplier of climate-friendly technologies.
Ohio Climate Road Map, Part 1 (PDF)
Ohio Climate Road Map, Part 2 (PDF)
 Cleaner Air, Cleaner School Buses
Thousands of kids are breathing a little easier on their bus rides to school this year. That’s because dozens of school buses have been outfitted with state-of-the-art diesel particulate filters. Particulate pollution---also known as soot—can penetrate deep in the lungs and can trigger breathing ailments and heart attacks. Read more.
OEC's Clean Air & Energy Program is funded by these supporters
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