Ohio Citizen Action
Ohio Citizen Action informs, organizes, and mobilizes people to advocate for public interests across issues and campaigns.
- Ohio manufacturers say utilities are inflating electricity demand forecasts to justify unnecessary infrastructure spending—and sticking customers with the bill. Utilities make money based on how much infrastructure they build, NOT how much electricity actually flows through it bit.ly/4tlfQHl
- Oh the irony 🫤 A comment signed "REAL PEOPLE THAT LIVE HERE DO NOT WANT THE SOLAR SCAM!" appears to be from someone who doesn't actually live there. When you remove the fakes 78% of real people SUPPORT Crossroads Solar. bit.ly/4quNN5S
- Former Richland County Commissioners Ed Olson and Gary Utt urge a NO vote on May 5th: "This isn't about being 'for' or 'against' renewable energy. It's about who gets to make decisions about private property in Richland County." bit.ly/4rAx41S
- FirstEnergy exec's defense hinges on painting deceased former PUCO chair Sam Randazzo as a "conman and thief" who victimized them with the $4.3M they paid weeks before his appointment. Blaming a man who can't defend himself. That's the strategy. bit.ly/45PAOUK
- Solar has been America's #1 source of new electricity capacity for 27 straight months and is on track to surpass coal's TOTAL installed capacity before the end of 2026. electrek.co/2026/02/02/ferc-ren…
- No Ban on Property Rights volunteers gathered for our first deep canvassing training. Every conversation with a Richland County voter is a chance to share the truth about voting No in May. Next volunteer date is Feb 7: bit.ly/4qcJpYK
- Larry Householder's attorneys are floating a plea deal for his upcoming state trial—but experts say none of his three options (plea deal, Supreme Court appeal, or Trump pardon) are likely to succeed. His state trial for stealing $750K+ from campaign funds starts this June. bit.ly/4q4TIhL
- "When renewable projects do advance in Ohio, communities feel clear and tangible benefits. In Brown County, for example, from one solar project, landowners received substantial proceeds and the project payments accounted for 11% of the county’s 2024 budget." bit.ly/4qNmYKP
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- Seven years after the payment, FirstEnergy's former executives finally face trial in Akron for their role in Ohio's biggest corruption scandal. Jones and Dowling claim the $4.3M to PUCO chairman was legitimate. Prosecutors say it was a bribe. bit.ly/4qJnSrH
- Welcome to the team, Shannon Harper! 🎉 Shannon brings experience in civic engagement, education, and community organizing, plus a passion for history, local politics, and making sure every Ohioan exercises their right to vote. We're excited to have her expertise supporting our work! 💚
- "by the early 2030s, the U.S. will be leaning harder than ever on an aging coal fleet, having deferred a wave of retirements, without having done enough to build replacement capacity." latitudemedia.com/news/another-capaci…
- This Saturday, join our volunteer deep canvassing launch in Richland County. We can’t wait to see you there! mobilize.us/ohiocitizenaction/e…
- US solar generation to jump 46% in 2 years, wind up 12% - while coal drops 9.6%. Why? 💰 Economics. Solar/wind are 2-3x cheaper than fossil fuels and can be built in under a year vs. several years for gas plants. Not ideology - just cheaper, faster economics at work. bit.ly/3LRMiA7
- $42 million in savings projected for one of the largest community choice aggregation solar arrays within city limits in the US — congrats to the City of Dayton! daytondailynews.com/local/northwest-day…
- There's been a lot of talk about Richland County recently. Let's break down why:
- Larry Householder orchestrated a $60 million bribery scheme with FirstEnergy, got caught, and is serving 20 years in prison. Now he wants a pardon on his federal charges. He still faces state charges this summer. Next week, FirstEnergy execs go on trial for the same scheme. bit.ly/3LvzkYZ
- Senate Bill 52 gave county commissioners the power to establish “exclusion zones”, areas where wind and solar projects are prohibited. This added restrictions and places an unfair burden on renewable energy development, while fossil fuel projects remain largely unaffected.
- The U.S. is short 80,000 electricians, with the gap projected to hit 224,000 by 2030. Solar apprenticeships are filling this need while offering rural workers a chance to earn while they learn—no traditional college required.bit.ly/4pSeDo3
- Renewable energy is surging globally. Solar is the fastest-growing energy source on the planet. Why would we choose to be left out? insideclimatenews.org/news/15012026/insid…
- Join us Monday, January 26 at 6 PM on Zoom to hear directly from the people making it happen in their own backyards. Rick Fryman, Lara Flaute, and Addie Goodwin will talk about the strategies that work, the challenges they've faced, and how you can build power where you are. bit.ly/45PXdRB
- The FirstEnergy bribery trial starts in less than 2 weeks, and Gov. DeWine & Jon Husted may be called to testify. They appointed Ohio's Public Utilities Commission chair immediately after he took $4.3 million payment directly from FirstEnergy. bit.ly/4jQFMXa
- Why can Ohio counties block clean energy projects but not toxic fracking waste wells? New injection well permits in Washington Co show the state's energy double standard: communities get a say on solar, but oil & gas gets "sole and exclusive authority" with zero local input. bit.ly/49SSq4n
- The Toledo Blade calls out Ohio's anti-solar law that gives county commissioners veto power over renewable energy projects - but not oil & gas. NW Ohio has invested $millions in the solar industry but the projects that create jobs for these industries are blocked. bit.ly/3LJGlFt
- American labor meets Ohio ingenuity. Solar isn't just panels—it's welders, fabricators, electricians & steelworkers building our energy independence. Great piece from Solar United Neighbors Mryia Williams: ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/01/07/powering…
- Energy developers chose solar + batteries for 80% of new projects in 2025. Not because of government requirements. Because it's the smartest financial decision. Solar's low cost means lower electricity bills for Ohioans -- exactly what we need as demand rises. bit.ly/4syrEFH
- The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio, the state's utilities regulator, will end its House Bill 6-related investigations into FirstEnergy and approve a settlement that will provide utility customers with $249 million in restitution over three billing periods. bit.ly/4baK1dV
- Ohio Supreme Court to make a major decision regarding the future of solar energy in our state. At stake is whether political opposition to renewable energy should be defined as "public interest" when approving clean energy projects. bit.ly/3YpEBUH
- Larry Householder & Matt Borges - the corrupt politicians behind Ohio's HB6 bribery scandal - are now asking the Supreme Court to redefine what counts as a bribe. If they win, it could make it nearly impossible to prosecute political corruption in America. bit.ly/4qgbGPg
- Ohio's energy demand is rising faster than our infrastructure can handle. HB 303's community energy pilot program offers a solution by allowing local energy production that improves grid relaibility. nbc4i.com/news/politics/lawma…
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- Not the Christmas gift Ohio voters wanted. "I normally would veto" this bill - Gov. DeWine's own words about eliminating Ohio's ballot grace period. But he signed it anyway, citing a potential Supreme Court ruling. bit.ly/3YJ4crC
- The HB 6 corruption settlement just got bigger: FirstEnergy utilities now offering $275 million (up from $250M in November). Key difference? All the money goes to customers this time, not split with the state. Consumer advocates fought for this and won. bit.ly/4qfD0g2
- PJM capacity auction results are in: $16.4 billion, a new record. The average family in PJM territory could see electricity bills rise $70/month by 2028. Why are we subsidizing data centers for some of the world's wealthiest companies? bit.ly/48OGoIW
- Gov. DeWine is deciding whether to eliminate Ohio's absentee ballot grace period. In 2024, over 1,000 ballots were rejected under the current 4-day grace period. Under the proposed change? Nearly 7,800 valid ballots wouldn't have counted. Tell the Gov to VETO SB 293. bit.ly/44whrPT
- Our electric bills jumped 13% this year. Data centers are driving demand, but blocking clean energy projects is making it worse. Meanwhile, fossil fuels are getting tax breaks so we're stuck with dirtier, more expensive power. bit.ly/48Ezq9k
- Secretary of State Frank LaRose announces he's sharing Ohioans' voter registration data with Indiana, Kentucky, West Virginia, and 6 other states through "EleXa" after ending data sharing through ERIC in 2023. bit.ly/4s1kxWc
- Ohio named among 30 states making major clean energy progress. HB 15 ended $90M/year in coal bailouts and created new reliability standards. Next up: Community solar legislation. msn.com/en-us/money/markets…
- HB 303 is community energy legislation that allows neighborhoods to invest in local power projects together. Democrats and Republicans in the House voted yes! Now it heads to the Senate. The timeline is long, but the potential savings are real: 5-20% off electric bills! 💰 bit.ly/48HxFbm
- The Ohio legislature passed a bill to eliminate the mail-in ballot grace period so your ballot could be mailed on time but still not count. Gov. DeWine hasn't decided whether to sign the bill. Tell him to VETO this attack on voting rights. bit.ly/4iY248W
- After many months of grassroots organizing in Morrow County, last night's packed public hearing showed our momentum is growing. And last week the Ohio Power Siting Board issued a favorable staff report for Crossroads Solar - a huge step forward for $285,000+ in annual school revenue and 180 jobs.
- Our canvassers were in Cleveland neighborhoods near the steel mill this week, having real conversations with residents about how industrial pollution impacts their daily lives. These face-to-face discussions help us understand what's at stake for families living in the shadow of heavy industry.
- Last June, Adam knocked on a door to talk solar. She was a 1 out of 10 in favor. Adam explained farmers were being denied rights to their own land. "If you don't have property rights, what do we have?" she replied. She rated herself as a 10 and wrote a letter. This is canvassing. Thank you, Adam. 💚
- Indiana farmers are finding financial stability through solar and wind energy leases. The consistent income helps them keep farming during uncertain economic times—and the land can return to agricultural use. bit.ly/4aCflBK
- 1 million+ Republicans, Democrats & independents voted by mail in Ohio's 2024 election. SB 293 threatens ALL voters. This isn't partisan—it's about protecting democracy. Gov. DeWine: VETO SB 293 bit.ly/4rRzhHd
- When canvassing in rural Ohio, you'll always find someone who wants to talk solar.
- 2025 Wrapped just dropped. 💥
- 🌞 Good news! The U.S. added 2 GW of solar in September, putting 2025 ahead of last year's pace. Solar leads new generation at 75%, wind at 13%, gas at 11%. Combined, wind, solar and hydro now make up 31% of total US capacity. bit.ly/3MFW6NE
- We're thrilled to announce that Skylar Champion has been promoted to Senior Field Manager. Since joining our staff in 2024, Skylar has shown incredible leadership and dedication to grassroots organizing. We're excited to see her lead our team into this next chapter. Congratulations, Skylar! 🌟
- With electric rates up across the state, Ohio lawmakers are considering a measure encouraging community-level energy production. House Bill 303 would allow communities to build small-scale energy facilities up to 10 megawatts, which is enough to power around 2,000 homes. bit.ly/48zVDUx
- 📢 Morrow County: Your Voice Matters! The Ohio Power Siting Board will hold a Public Hearing on the Crossroads Solar Project on December 10th at 5pm. 📍 Cardington Community Methodist Church, 300 S. Marion St. This is your chance to weigh in on energy development in your community. See you there!
- The $250M FirstEnergy fine is historic, but it took 5 years and systemic issues remain. Two former execs await criminal trial. A February hearing will determine if customer money funded the HB 6 scheme. And rates could rise again in 2027. The fight for accountability continues bit.ly/48vgJ6J
