Pushing for Renewable Energy

In May, 2008, Ohio passed an Alternative Energy Portfolio Standard (AES) that requires that 12.5% of the state’s electricity come from renewable sources by 2025. Ohio has a unique approach where “alternative” also include non-renewable sources which must also provide 12.5% by 2025. These alternative non-renewable sources include third generation nuclear power, energy efficiency, fuel cells, an so-called “clean coal” technology.

ELPC is working with allies in Ohio to further use the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP, formerly Section 9006). Ohio has received 16 grants for a total of $3.7 million from 2003-2007. REAP can help Ohio achieve the goals in the AES.