OPSB denies solar energy project in Morrow County
The Ohio Power Siting Board denied the Crossroads Solar project in Morrow County, citing strong local opposition.
Ohio EPA scraps rule to permit data center discharge into waterways
The Ohio EPA scrapped a statewide general permit allowing data centers to discharge wastewater into local waterways after receiving 7,000+ public comments. Environmentalists and farmers applauded the move, citing PFAS and thermal pollution risks.
New law makes way for carbon capture and sequestration in Ohio
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has signed House Bill 170, establishing a regulatory framework for carbon capture and sequestration (CCS). This key step brings Ohio closer to securing primacy over Class VI injection wells to streamline permitting for carbon storage.
Farmers, local officials fight against MARL transmission line in Pa., W.Va.
The project would span more than 100 miles and is intended to strengthen the electric grid and support growing energy demand from data centers. But those opposed say it could affect farmland, property rights and future land use across rural communities.
