when ohio leads, america wins.

Ohioans built the last American century. 

Now it is time for us to build the next one.

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If Ohio wants to compete for the industries and jobs of the future, we need to modernize the grid, expand energy infrastructure, and deliver reliable, affordable power at the scale our economy demands. Doing nothing is not an option.

ohio should always be first

ohio’s energy competitiveness must focus on 4 priorities:

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build faster

  • Establish an Ohio Office of Energy

  • Clarify Public Interest Standards

  • Expand Instant & Streamlined Permitting

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connect more

  • Deploy Advanced Transmission Technologies

  • Develop Strategic Energy Corridors

  • Improve Long-Term Planning Process

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POWER NEW

  • Advance Ohio’s Nuclear Leadership

  • Deploy Energy Storage at Scale

  • Unlock Virtual Power Plants & Expand Voluntary Demand Response

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grow stronger

  • Align Energy & Economic Development

  • Support Microgrids & Onsite Generation

  • Encourage Demand Flexibility

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