Ohio A Potential Hub For Electric Vehicle Jobs

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The Buckeye State could be a key player in the supply chain for the growing electric vehicles (EV) market in the U.S. Read more →

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Ohio Leads Nation In Green School Energy Savings

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Ohio leads the nation in energy-efficient LEED schools, saving millions of dollars on energy costs statewide. Read more →

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Renewable Standard Reminds Ohio Senator Of Stalin

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A Republican senator in Ohio who is trying to get rid of the state's renewable energy standard says it reminds him of Stalin's five-year plans. Read more →

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Ohio’s Alternative Energy Portfolio Standard Challenged

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Ohio's alternative energy portfolio standard is being challenged, as in other states, by a group of conservatives. Read more →

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Renewable Energy Standards Challenged In Midwest Region

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The Buckeye State is among a few Midwestern battlegrounds where lawmakers associated with a conservative policy group are working to freeze, repeal, or otherwise weaken renewable energy policies. Read more →

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Thousands Of Ohio Businesses To Reap Free Energy Audits

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Using comprehensive testing tools provided by Retroficiency, Ohio's Council of Smaller Enterprises will deliver no-cost energy audits to small businesses in need. Read more →

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Ohio Governor No Friend To Clean Energy?

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EcoWatch and Environment Ohio, in this column, question the agenda Ohio governor John Kasich has for clean energy. Read more →

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Green Roofs Help Brighten Up Hospital Stays

The green roof at Children's Hospital in Hershey, Pa., includes a wooden observation deck for patients and families. Image via LiveRoof.

Two hospitals recently transformed their roofs into living gardens, reducing their carbon footprint while also providing a healing green space for patients. Read more →

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Cincinnati Tax Plan Rewards Robust LEED Development

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New tax abatement guidelines passed by the Cincinnati City Council will encourage local property owners to build structures at the highest LEED certification levels. Read more →

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Minimalist Cleveland Museum Seeks LEED Silver

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The new Cleveland Museum of Contemporary Art brings not only a new modernist icon of culture to the city, but also environmental stewardship with a host of energy saving attributes. Read more →

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