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Ohio Utilities Could Resume Energy Efficiency Programs Under Bipartisan Bill
Prior programs ended with HB6
Kathiann M. Kowalski
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HB 6 Coal Plant Charges Mount Up Again in Ohio
The plants have consistently lost money, and their costs could climb to roughly $800 million by 2030.
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Ohio Solar Projects Face an Unclear Path Around Local Opposition
Regulators have approved some projects and denied others, without determining whether objections are supported by evidence. Solar advocates say the industry needs more clarity to move forward in the state.
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What Can Ohio Regulators Do to Prevent Future Utility Corruption Scandals?
“The rules have to be really airtight,” or else companies will exploit any loopholes
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Ohio Higher-Ed Bill Would Require Instructors to Teach ‘Both Sides’ on Climate Change
Climate science is among a wide range of “controversial matters” included in the Higher Education Enhancement Act, which seeks to police classroom speech on abortion, immigration, diversity, and other issues.
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With More Frequent Extreme Cold and Heat, Climate Solutions for Great Lakes Power Grid Include Better Planning, Transmission
Historical weather trends no longer represent future conditions because of climate change
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HB6 Corruption Trial of Larry Householder Set to Begin Next Month
Ohio’s former House speaker faces federal bribery and conspiracy charges
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Ohio’s Largest Coal Plant to Change Coal Ash Handling After U.S. EPA Denial
The operator of Ohio’s largest coal-fired power plant says it plans to switch to a “dry ash” handling system that complies with federal rules. Environmental advocates say questions remain
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Why Ohio’s Top Oil and Gas Producing Counties Continue to Lag in Jobs
A decade into Ohio’s shale gas boom, seven Appalachian counties still have unemployment rates that exceed the state average.
