Our Mission: Power A Clean Future Ohio is building momentum now for a clean, prosperous future by equipping local leaders for equitable, community-driven carbon reductions in Ohio. |
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Local Action Update:
Portsmouth residents will vote on energy choice this November
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We are thrilled to hear that PCFO community, Portsmouth, will have community choice aggregation on the ballot this November. This gives their residents the power to purchase electricity from an electricity supplier as a group, instead of as an individual, helping families save money and improve their overall economic and environmental situation. In spring 2021, Portsmouth City Council passed legislation that moved the city toward becoming a more energy-efficient and sustainable community, and if this initiative is adopted, it will certainly aid in reaching that goal.
Community members are excited about this opportunity, including lifelong resident and solar panel installer, Jerald Gordon.
“Aggregation with clean energy in Portsmouth and other cities across Ohio will give me the opportunity to work in my community instead of out of state,” said Gordon. “Forward-minded citizens and new businesses have breathed life into Portsmouth, and I want to see that growth continue. It’s a new way of creating a clean energy future that provides for our community.”
Jeremy Burnside, a local attorney and business owner, also backs community choice aggregation.
“Community choice aggregation will allow residents and small businesses to have a choice in their energy,” Burnside said. “Providing energy choice shows our community, customers, and businesses that we are open to helping businesses grow and expand in today’s changing environment. Additionally, this could save residents money on their electric bills by allowing Portsmouth to purchase clean energy in bulk.”
Learn more about Portsmouth's new ballot initiative "Yes for Clean Energy Choice" here. If you missed the "Yes For Clean Energy Choice" press conference held yesterday, August 25, you can view the livestream here.
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PCFO Partner: Center for Energy Education |
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Join us in welcoming Center for Energy Education (C4EE) as Power A Clean Future Ohio's newest partner. C4EE is a space where education, research, industry innovation, business engagement and demonstration of solar energy combine to demonstrate excellence in renewable energy, as well as create economic growth. The C4EE inspires learning, discovery and imagination about renewables in all of its visitors.
The C4EE has already teamed up with educational institutions, industry leaders and associations to promote partnerships and energy initiatives. As the success of the solar industry depends on education, innovation and research are critical. Through education, training and research, they are helping shape a competent workforce for renewable energy for the future.
Click here to learn more about what C4EE does.
C4EE is also hosting a Utility-Scale Solar Workshop for Public Officials from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 1. The workshop will provide up-to-date fact-based education on topics such as environmental and safety impacts of solar technology, economic impacts of utility-scale solar projects and legal considerations for landowners. Learn more and register today.
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Experts will hold lectures and workshops to address the increasing evidence of climate change's impacts on health, as well as solutions that individual providers and the entire healthcare system can implement in their daily lives and in their office/hospital. There will also be conversations on advocacy that will link to a future conference on advocacy in healthcare. AMA credit available. Learn more and register here.
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Ohio Environmental Council is currently accepting applications for a Managing Field Director, Cleveland Metro Advocacy Director, Southeast Ohio Regional Director and an Energy Justice Fellow. Click here for more information on how to apply.
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Interested in getting started? Join today! |
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PCFO is an expansive, diverse coalition engaging with cities and local governments across the state of Ohio to build a clean future for our communities. Power A Clean Future Ohio is empowering local leaders with tools and resources to create carbon reduction plans and implement them in ways that are achievable, measurable, equitable and economical.
Our coalition of expert organizations wants to share our technical expertise and resources with your community. If your community wants to work on plans to reduce emissions, attract business investment, implement equitable clean energy policy, and reduce costs – contact us today to set up a meeting!
If your business or organization would like to support PCFO, we invite you to join the campaign as a PCFO Partner. Contact us for more details.
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