Studies

  1. Economic Impact of Ohio SB 221
  2. American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy Study

What is the state’s energy law?

Ohio Senate Bill 221, Ohio’s energy law, enacted in 2008 with almost unanimous bipartisan support means:

  1. By 2025 electric utilities located in Ohio supply 25% of their electricity from advanced energy sources.
  2. At least half of the 25% most come from renewable sources (including a 0.5% solar carve out).
  3. At least half of the generation must come from facilities located in Ohio
  4. Electric utilities are required to implement energy efficiency and peak demand reduction programs that achieve a cumulative energy savings of 22% by 2025.
  5. The renewable energy standard is met through the purchase of qualified Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) – one credit will be equal to one megawatt of power and have a lifetime of 5 years following their purchase or acquisition.
SB 221