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OEC in Your Area: Southeast Ohio - Ohio Environmental Council
OEC in Your Area: Southeast Ohio - Ohio Environmental Council
Join the Ohio Environmental Council and Rising Appalachia for an inaugural OEC meetup event at Solid Ground Farm and site of the future Sugar Creek Community Forest. This event will be family-friendly, with childcare and youth engagement provided by Rising Appalachia. If you haven’t yet heard about the Community Forest, this is an exciting collaborative […]
EPN Event: The Big Darby Accord, 20 Years Later: Incorporating Conservation in Regional Growth - Ohio Environmental Council
EPN Event: The Big Darby Accord, 20 Years Later: Incorporating Conservation in Regional Growth - Ohio Environmental Council
Program Overview Twenty years ago, the Big Darby Accord marked a groundbreaking commitment to protect one of Ohio’s most ecologically significant waterways while guiding responsible regional growth. The Big Darby Creek, a Scenic River that is home to extraordinary fish and mussel diversity despite covering just one percent of the state’s land area, has long […]
2026 Green Gala - Ohio Environmental Council
2026 Green Gala - Ohio Environmental Council
On Saturday, May 9, step into the stunning Columbus Zoo Africa Events Center for an unforgettable evening celebrating Ohio’s environmental champions and the hopeful vision for a healthier, more resilient future. This year’s theme, Hope in Action, celebrates the determination and perseverance to address urgent environmental challenges facing our state today. We honor our advocates, […]
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Trump says the big US winter storm is proof of climate hoax – here’s why he’s wrong | US news | The Guardian
Trump says the big US winter storm is proof of climate hoax – here’s why he’s wrong | US news | The Guardian
US president asks ‘whatever happened to global warming?’ Well, it could be making our winter storms worse
OEC Statement on PUCO $250 million penalty against First Energy, including customer restitution
OEC Statement on PUCO $250 million penalty against First Energy, including customer restitution
Ohio Utility-Scale Solar Trends: 2025 - Ohio Environmental Council
Ohio Utility-Scale Solar Trends: 2025 - Ohio Environmental Council
Updated: November 3, 2025 Why Solar Trends Matter Ohio policymakers are shaping our clean energy future right now. Our utility-scale solar trend report keeps you updated on what projects are moving forward, what’s stalled, and how state and local decisions affect communities, jobs, and our grid. Ohio families face rising bill costs and reliability challenges […]
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Environmental groups lawsuit: Ohio budget provisions that neutered clean air protections are unconstitutional - cleveland.com
Environmental groups lawsuit: Ohio budget provisions that neutered clean air protections are unconstitutional - cleveland.com
The Ohio Environmental Council and others claim provisions in the state budget that make if more difficult for communities to effectively monitor air pollution violate the Ohio Constitution.
Ohio scrapped a key tool to fight air pollution.… | Canary Media
Ohio scrapped a key tool to fight air pollution.… | Canary Media
The air nuisance rule has helped advocates rein in pollution from coal-burning plants and other facilities. Without it, air quality could worsen.
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GreenWatch: Fall 2025 - Ohio Environmental Council
GreenWatch: Fall 2025 - Ohio Environmental Council
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Episode 7: Leadership, Environmental Justice & Community Impact with Carol Kauffman
Episode 7: Leadership, Environmental Justice & Community Impact with Carol Kauffman
In this inspiring episode, Jennifer Sconyers sits down with Carol Kauffman, Executive Director of the Ohio Environmental Council (OEC), to discuss her unique...
🌎 Advocacy 101: How to advocate for climate action in Ohio
🌎 Advocacy 101: How to advocate for climate action in Ohio
Informed people create better communities. What’s even better is when people – like you – take action at the local, state, and national level to improve your community and environment. As a council, we strive to provide communities with the tools and resources it needs to build a healthier Ohio. Below you’ll find a variety […]
Replacing Ohio’s Lead Lines: A Cost-Benefit Analysis
Replacing Ohio’s Lead Lines: A Cost-Benefit Analysis
OEC Emerging Leaders
OEC Emerging Leaders
The OEC Emerging Leaders program connects young people (18-40 years old) in Central Ohio from diverse backgrounds to environmental issues close to home and across the globe. By engaging and educating members from all experience levels, we empower each other to take action and become the next generation of environmental champions through education, advocacy, and […]
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