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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Power a Clean Future Ohio Presents to Euclid City Council
On Wednesday evening, Power a Clean Future Ohio’s coalition members presented to the Euclid City Council’s Sustainability Committee. Chairwoman Christine McIntosh voiced her strong support in pursuing sustainability initiatives locally. Several of Power a Clean Future Ohio’s coalition members laid out promising policy pathways to pursue local goals. Sarah Spence of the Ohio Environmental Council, Brendan Kelley of Clean Fuels Ohio, Tristan Rader of Solar United Neighbors, and PCFO’s Joe Flarida all shared their input with the committee members as well as Mayor Kirsten Holzheimer Gail. Euclid has already demonstrated significant leadership, having reduced the community’s greenhouse gas emissions by over 17% between 2010 and 2017. Power a Clean Future Ohio is looking forward to working closely with the city on additional local efforts to reduce emissions, improve air quality, and grow Euclid’s clean energy economy.
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Ohio Environmental Groups announce their support of Columbus Community Choice Aggregation |
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On September 29th, eleven Ohio environmental organizations announced their endorsement of the Columbus Community Choice Aggregation proposal (Issue 1). If voters approve Issue 1 on the November 2020 ballot, Columbus would begin the process of powering the city with 100% renewable energy by 2022, creating the largest aggregation program in the Midwest with 700 megawatts of generation capacity. The program would result in over $1 billion in new investment in Ohio generation capacity and the creation of hundreds of construction jobs.
This is an important step in helping Columbus fight the impacts of climate change and secure cleaner air and water for all its residents. The transition to 100% renewable energy through aggregation will move Columbus forward in reducing emissions and making the city more resilient, healthy, and equitable.
Those announcing their endorsement include Chambers for Innovation and Clean Energy, Environmental Law and Policy Center, Green Energy Ohio, Moms Clean Air Force in Ohio, Natural Resources Defense Council Action Fund, Ohio Citizen Action, Ohio Consumers Power Alliance, Ohio Environmental Council Action Fund, Power a Clean Future Ohio, Sierra Club’s Ready for 100 Campaign, and The Nature Conservancy in Ohio.
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Meeting our Energy Needs: Today and Tomorrow
Join experts from the Greater Cleveland area on Thursday, October 1 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. for an interactive discussion about equitably meeting our energy needs in Ohio in the short and long term. Speakers will outline the connection between clean energy and health, wealth and well-being, including identifying resources for those facing utility shutoffs as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition, information on voter registration and absentee ballot applications will be provided. Register now!
How can your local government be a clean energy leader on a budget?
On Tuesday, October 13 at 5:30 p.m., Power a Clean Future Ohio will host a timely virtual conversation for Ohio’s local elected leaders with peers across the state on how local governments can lead on clean energy issues within a tight local budget. During a year when we have seen local government revenue fall, cities need solutions that address climate and clean energy locally without requiring significant new spending. Speakers include Mayor John Cranley of Cincinnati, OH, Mayor Jim Brainard of Carmel, IN, and Mr. Alex Fischer of the Columbus Partnership. Cincinnati’s Climate Advisor, Carla Walker will moderate. Check your email for an invitation to attend.
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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 organizations 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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PCFO Partner Spotlight: Ohio Hospital Association |
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Who is the Ohio Hospital Association?
As the united voice of Ohio’s hospitals, the Ohio Hospital Association (OHA) leverages data and expertise to be the leader in influencing health policy, driving quality improvement initiatives and advocating for economic sustainability to serve our membership. OHA’s Energy and Sustainability Program supports Ohio hospitals’ mission to be more environmentally sustainable while reducing operating costs. OHA advocates on behalf of its 240 members at the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio and the Ohio Legislature to ensure fair rates and reliable utility access for healthcare providers. OHA’s Energy Team helps hospitals set, track and achieve energy and sustainability goals, offering technical expertise and assistance.
Why is it important for OHA to be involved in PCFO?
In light of the COVID-19 crisis, hospitals are facing significant revenue losses, dramatically impacting their ability to provide quality healthcare to Ohio communities. With Climate Change presenting numerous challenges to hospital facilities such as more frequent natural disasters, extreme heat, and concerns over utility infrastructure, working with local governments to find ways to save hospitals and local communities money while impacting public health will benefit hospitals and their constituents. Hospitals are often among the largest employers in their region, and collectively employed more than 250,000 Ohioans. They are large consumers of electric and gas, and produce a significant amount of hazardous and non hazardous waste. Hospitals are concerned both about their ability to provide quality care and the impact they have on their communities. OHA is involved with PCFO to provide guidance and best practices to local leaders, and to ensure healthcare providers are involved in conversations tied to climate, public health and energy.
How do you see local action on clean energy benefiting your work?
Ohio Hospitals are often leaders on energy efficiency and sustainability, but those successes come best in collaboration with governments, private partners, and community members. By working with local governments to pursue common sense solutions on climate action, energy efficiency, and resiliency, hospitals will ensure they continue to offer quality care to Ohio’s citizens. Power a Clean Future Ohio presents an opportunity for Ohio’s hospitals to bring their healthcare and sustainability expertise to the table to assist local leaders in ensuring their communities are resilient, sustainable, and economically viable.
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