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Ohio Citizen Action @ohiocitizen.org · 14h

"while these measures could prolong the operating lives of some coal plants for a short period, they will not reverse the decline of an industry hurtling into economic and technological obsolescence." https://nyti.ms/4nI1Jc4

Opinion | Trump’s Coal Plan Is Doomed

www.nytimes.com

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Ohio Citizen Action @ohiocitizen.org · 14h

⚡Data centers can require more electricity than cities like Cleveland. FirstEnergy is investing $28 billion through 2029 to upgrade our grid. Will ratepayers foot the bill, or will data centers pay their share?
https://bit.ly/3WgxblH

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Ohio Citizen Action @ohiocitizen.org · 1d

Q: Why are Ohio GOP lawmakers ignoring redistricting deadlines? A: Simple: if they wait until November, they don't need Democrats to agree. The constitution has 3 phases—Sept (bipartisan), Oct (redistricting commission), Nov (GOP alone). https://bit.ly/4osSLzt

Are Republicans violating Ohio Constitution by slow-walking the redistricting process?

Ohio's latest congressional redistricting process show Republicans and Democrats have two very different interpretations of constitutional redistricting rules.

www.cleveland.com

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Ohio Citizen Action @ohiocitizen.org · 1d

Turning point: For the first time, renewable energy sources combined now generate more electricity than coal worldwide. Fossil fuel generation also dropped slightly. Small decline, but huge symbolic shift in the right direction. https://bit.ly/47eLhdm

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Ohio Citizen Action @ohiocitizen.org · 2d

Ohio remains one of the few restructured markets where community energy is completely illegal. HB 303 changes that with an "all of the above" tech-neutral approach—any energy source qualifies. Let's finally catch up! https://bit.ly/3IR8PvA

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 4d

Ohio Republicans continue to be negligent in their duties to draw a new Congressional map. This week we point out the three ways they failed Ohioans. Hopefully they will change their approach, but if they don't, we will hold them accountable. You should too.

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Ohio Citizen Action @ohiocitizen.org · 2d

🗳️ Reminder: Today is the last day to register to vote for the Nov. 4 election. 🌞 Find your County Board of Elections location at the Ohio Secretary of State website: ohiosos.gov/ Early voting starts on Tuesday, Oct. 7.

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Ohio Citizen Action @ohiocitizen.org · 3d

Your electricity bill is subsidizing Big Tech's AI race. Data centers in the PJM region are adding billions to ratepayer costs, with families potentially paying $70/month extra by 2028. The kicker? You pay even if these data centers never get built. https://bit.ly/3ItEYt6

Data center boom sparks sticker shock for PJM ratepayers

New analyses show that costs passed on to utility customers to guarantee future electricity demand are rising rapidly.

www.eenews.net

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Ohio Citizen Action @ohiocitizen.org · 3d

Excellent reporting. Why does Ohio love data centers that create few jobs, drain resources, and get huge tax breaks? Maria DeVito follows the money: billions in construction, trade jobs, and "diversified tax base." But your energy bill might be going up to pay for it. :bulb:https://bit.ly/3KtFJTD

Data overload? Why central Ohio officials are all in on resource-hungry data centers

Why are state and local officials so welcoming to the data center industry that appears to take more than it gives to the Buckeye state?

www.dispatch.com

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Ohio Citizen Action @ohiocitizen.org · 5d

On September 20 we celebrated our 50th anniversary by recognizing the people who make our work possible. If you couldn't join us in person, we wanted to make sure you could be part of this historic celebration. 📸 View our photo gallery, historical slideshow, and speeches: https://bit.ly/3IIOjxe

Ohio Citizen Action's 50th Anniversary Celebration

Ohio Citizen Action

www.ohiocitizen.org

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lwvgrcleveland.bsky.social @lwvgrcleveland.bsky.social · 7d

This Thursday! Join the Rocky River Chapter of the League of Women Voters of Greater Cleveland for an evening exploring how to detect and debunk misinformation
Thursday 10/2/25 @ 7pm @ Rocky River Public Library
www.lwvgreatercleveland.org/content.aspx...

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Ohio Citizen Action @ohiocitizen.org · 8d

"GMike DeWine abandoned the fight for fair maps, and Ohioans will be living with the consequences long after he leaves office." https://bit.ly/4nDTw8s

Mike DeWine’s betrayal on fair maps will haunt Ohio for years: Leila Atassi

Gov. Mike DeWine once vowed to lead Ohio out of gerrymandering, but after Issue 1’s defeat he broke his promise, leaving voters stuck with rigged maps and a democracy weakened by partisan manipulation...

www.cleveland.com

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Ohio Citizen Action @ohiocitizen.org · 8d

Local advocates aren't giving up on solar! At Sun Day's gathering in Columbus, we heard inspiring stories about projects overcoming fossil fuel opposition. Our own Jo Baldwin shared how House Bill 303 could enable Community Energy Pilot Programs across Ohio. https://bit.ly/3KtD6Ru

Locals See Reasons for Optimism Despite ‘Headwinds’ Against Solar Energy in Ohio - Columbus Underground

Legislation passed by Republicans in the Ohio General Assembly has made it harder for solar energy projects to get off the ground here, as have the efforts of fossil fuel interests to derail specific ...

columbusunderground.com

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Ohio Citizen Action @ohiocitizen.org · 9d

Governors are fed up with PJM's skyrocketing electricity prices and want out. Plot twist: leaving might make things worse. 😲 What's the real solution? Better forecasting, faster clean energy connections, and grid reforms. ⚡
https://bit.ly/46L8tyE

Why states are threatening to leave PJM — and why they probably won’t

The grid operator’s high power prices and long interconnection queue have Democratic and Republican governors eyeing an exit, but analysts warn it could…

www.canarymedia.com

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Ohio Citizen Action @ohiocitizen.org · 9d

Across America, power bills are surging—up 9.5% this year. Ohio is experiencing similar increases. Why? AI data centers are consuming massive amounts of electricity while utilities can't build power plants fast enough. https://bit.ly/46YCL1Y

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Ohio Citizen Action @ohiocitizen.org · 9d

Join us on Zoom at 6:00 on October 6 to discuss solar in Morrow County along with strategizing going forward. Morrow County has a powerful opportunity to lead the way in Ohio’s clean energy future, and we need your voice to help make it happen.
Supporters only please! https://bit.ly/4gPL3wH

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Save Ohio Parks @saveohioparks.bsky.social · 11d

Advocates tout Ohio solar project wins at @thirdactoh.bsky.social Sun Day event.

Solar installation explodes globally; it's the world's cheapest energy source. @colsunderground.bsky.social: bit.ly/4pQmxzB

@ccbecker271.bsky.social @billmckibben.bsky.social @kentksmith.bsky.social @ohiocitizen.org

Locals See Reasons for Optimism Despite ‘Headwinds’ Against Solar Energy in Ohio - Columbus Underground

Legislation passed by Republicans in the Ohio General Assembly has made it harder for solar energy projects to get off the ground here, as have the efforts of fossil fuel interests to derail specific ...

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Ohio Citizen Action @ohiocitizen.org · 15d

⚡ FACT: In regulated energy markets like Ohio, investor-owned utilities are usually the only opponents testifying against community energy bills. "For every megawatt a third-party developer builds, that's a megawatt utilities can't profit from.." https://bit.ly/42KiTgu

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Ohio Citizen Action @ohiocitizen.org · 16d

Our Rural Projects Coordinator Jo Baldwin spoke about HB 303 at Sun Day Columbus yesterday! This important legislation would create a community energy pilot program in Ohio. Great work by Save Ohio Parks and Third Act Ohio organizing this event. @sundayofaction.bsky.social

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Ohio Citizen Action @ohiocitizen.org · 16d

50 years of memories, milestones, and amazing people! ✨ Saturday night's celebration was everything we hoped for and more. The stories, the laughter, the connections - pure magic. These are just a few highlights from an evening filled with so much love and celebration. #50Yearsofpeoplepower

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Ohio Citizen Action @ohiocitizen.org · 18d

Bipartisan lawmakers at DC energy summit say renewables are still crucial for national security & competing with China. "We need every electron we can get" - Rep. Carter (R-GA) https://www.wsj.com/articles/some-lawmakers-from-both-parties-are-still-bullish-on-clean-energy-1eabfdd0

Some Lawmakers From Both Parties Are Still Bullish on Clean Energy

Policymakers gathered at a symposium in Washington said it is essential to support renewable industries.

www.wsj.com

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Ohio Citizen Action @ohiocitizen.org · 20d

A new Conservative Energy Network poll found that 75% of likely voters support more transmission lines to boost clean energy and grid reliability. 🇺🇸 American energy independence starts with a strong grid. https://www.canarymedia.com/articles/transmission/voters-want-bigger-grid-cheap-reliable-energy

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Ohio Citizen Action @ohiocitizen.org · 21d

We're at the Statehouse for #FairMapsDay 2025. Politicians are required to draw new congressional maps this fall and we’re rallying for 🗳️ fair & transparent #redistricting in Ohio!

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Ohio Citizen Action @ohiocitizen.org · 21d

Then vs. Now: Governor DeWine promised fair redistricting but has walked back his commitment to transparent, constitutional maps. #FairMapsDay

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Ohio Citizen Action @ohiocitizen.org · 22d

Join us on September 22 from 6:00-7:30 for our second Ohio Solar Supporters meeting! Our presentation will focus on agrivoltaics, which is the dual use of land for solar energy and agriculture.
https://bit.ly/3KpSWwn

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