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:
Toledo's Local Leaders Building a Clean Energy Future for the City
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Last month, the City of Toledo became the 17th community to join Power a Clean Future Ohio! In joining PCFO, the City of Toledo has adopted the #Ohio30by30 goal – taking meaningful action to address climate change and build a clean energy economy!
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Bipartisan infrastructure bill’s clean energy investments good for Ohio cities |
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We are excited to see that the clean energy investments included in the bipartisan infrastructure bill passed this week by the US Senate has gained the support of two PCFO Mayors. Lancaster Mayor David Scheffler (R) and Athens Mayor Steve Patterson (D) joined forces for an op-ed outlining how the legislation will not only create more jobs and drive innovation, but also help our country's businesses and municipalities recover from the impacts of the pandemic that we're still feeling today.
The mayors said: "If implemented, these investments would represent a paradigm shift towards a better future for our cities, state, and nation—especially when combined with significant and increasing private sector clean-energy
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A Reflection on The City Club of Cleveland Forum event |
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If you didn't get the chance to attend The City Club of Cleveland's forum, Climate, Conversation and Community Power, last Friday, there was a great conversation had on climate change, community power and climate equity.
Together, Leah Hudnall of Ohio Climate Justice Fund, Rachael Belz of Ohio Citizen Action and Tanner Yess of Groundwork Ohio River Valley shared their takes on how to make a lasting impact in the communities most affected by these pressing issues. Click here to read more.
You can watch a recording of the discussion here.
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Attend The Grove City EcoFest on Saturday, August 14 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
EcoFest is a fun celebration showcasing green exhibitors and interactive family activities to inspire healthier living and preserving our environment. Gather with family and friends at Town Center Park at Park Street and Arbutus Avenue, to learn about environmental awareness at this zero-waste event. Learn more!
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Join CleanTechnica’s next live webinar on Wednesday, August 18th for a discussion on how to improve EV charging options and accessibility for those living in multi-family residential properties (condos, apartments, etc.), or for anyone who doesn’t have access to a garage in which to charge their electric vehicle (otherwise known as “garage orphans”).
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The Center for Energy Education is excited to offer its first Utility-Scale Solar Workshop for Ohio Public Officials on Wednesday, September 1. It will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Ohio University Dublin Integrated Education Center (6805 Bobcat Way, Dublin, OH 43016), Room 212-214. If you are interested in attending or learning more, please reach out to contact@center4ee.org.
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Power A Clean Future Ohio is currently accepting applications for a Northeast Ohio Community Engagement position. Click here to learn more about the position and how to apply. Applications are due by August 25.
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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