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Green Strategies Ohio Legislative Roundup February 2010
	February status report on bills introduced and pending in the Ohio General Assembly dealing with energy efficiency and alternative energy.
New Coalition Forms to Urge Reform of Wind and Solar Taxes in Ohio February 2010
	A new coalition has been formed to support the adoption of a competitive tax structure for wind and solar projects in Ohio.
Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Policy Framework Developed to Assist Local Governments Implement PACE Financing Programs February 2010
	A primer to assist local governments in implementing the Ohio PACE financing programs -- Property Assessed Clean Energy programs that allow financing of energy efficiency and renewable energy improvements.
Ohio Bill Proposes Creation of Energy Efficiency Advisory Group February 2010
	Article on Ohio House Bill 443 that would create a so-called Energy Efficiency Stakeholder Advisory Group to review proposed energy efficiency or peak-demand reduction program of utility companies.
PUCO Reverses its Decision in Energy Efficiency Case February 2010
	FirstEnergy Corp. now will be able to recover administrative fees incurred when it finds energy efficiency savings at existing customer-sited projects, following the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio's reversal of one of its earlier decisions.
Zoning Solar and Wind Energy: Lessons Learned from Other Jurisdictions February 2010
	A review of model zoning codes from across the county, as well as studies, litigation, media reports, and other literature about zoning regulations for wind and solar projects. The successes, and challenges faced by other jurisdictions can be instructive to Ohio cities, townships and counties moving forward.
Ohio Senate Bill 223 Would Expand List of Qualifying "Special Energy Improvement Projects" February 2010
	The PACE and SIDs programs authorized by HB 1 and SB 223 could represent a significant advantage for Ohioans seeking to expand their alternative energy options. If enacted, SB 223's Energy SID program will expand the list of qualifying technologies to include wind, geothermal, biomass, gasification, and energy efficiency projects.
Ohio S.B. 221 Sets 22 Percent Cumulative Energy Efficiency Standards by 2025 February 2010
	Ohio Senate Bill 221, enacted in 2008, and aimed at encouraging Ohio businesses and utilities to adopt renewable and advanced energy technologies, also includes new energy reduction and peak demand standards that utilities must meet through energy efficiency programs.
Renewable Energy Credits Taking Shape in Ohio January 2010
	The value of Renewable Energy Credits took another step toward gaining a more definitive market value in Ohio with the completion of the Alternative Energy Portfolio rules by the PUCO.
Governor Strickland Focuses on Advanced Energy Development in State of the State Address January 2010
	Article on the energy provisions of Ohio Governor Strickland's 2010 State of the State address.
Treasury Releases Additional Guidance on Section 1603 Grants January 2010
	Information on Treasury Department guidance on payments for specified energy property in lieu of tax credits under Section 1603 of the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act of 2009.
Manufacturing Tax Credit Awards January 2010
	President Obama has announced the selection of 183 projects in 43 states, including Ohio, that will receive approximately $2.3 billion in Manufacturing Tax Credits under the Federal Stimulus Fund.
January Ohio Legislative Roundup: Advanced Energy and Energy Efficiency January 2010
	The Ohio General Assembly is considering three bills that could impact advanced energy and energy efficiency in Ohio.
U.S. Wind Industry Has Record Growth in 2009 January 2010
	Article on the American Wind Energy Association annual report outlining tremendous growth in the wind industry in 2009.
FirstEnergy Files for Approval of Three-Year Energy Efficiency and Peak Demand Reduction Portfolio Plan January 2010
	The FirstEnergy electric distribution utilities have filed for approval of their first portfolio plan implementing the energy efficiency and peak demand requirements set forth in Ohio’s landmark energy legislation.
Significant Changes to the Advanced Energy Portfolio Standard Rules January 2010
	Article on the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio October revisions to the Alternative Energy Portfolio Standard rules of Ohio Senate Bill 221.
Loan Guarantees For Commercial Renewable Energy Generation Projects Announced October 2009
	The U.S. Department of Energy has announced a public-private risk-sharing loan guarantee program and simultaneously announced its first solicitation for loan guarantees for commercial renewable energy generation projects.
Climate Change Spurs Federal Action: EPA Issues Final Rule Requiring Mandatory Reporting of Greenhouse Gases September 2009
	Pursuant to a congressional mandate in the 2007 Consolidated Appropriations Act, the United States Environmental Protection Agency has finalized rules establishing mandatory reporting requirements for greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
ARRA Reporting Requirements: Money and Jobs September 2009
	Primer for recipients of Stimulus monies and the information that must be included in the mandatory 1512 reports.
What an Ohio Oil and Gas Producer or Affiliated Industry Company Needs to Know About an OSHA Inspection September 2009
	Bulletin explaining information the oil and gas industry needs to know to be prepared for the company’s next OSHA inspection.
A Primer of ARRA Reporting Requirements September 2009
	Bulletin on the quarterly reporting requirements of recipients of monies from the Recovery Act.
Reporting Requirements for Recipients of Stimulus Funding: Initial Reports due on October 10, 2009 September 2009
	Reminder that recipients of funding under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 must file their first quarterly reports no later than October 10, 2009.
Stimulus to Provide Tax Breaks for Manufacturers of Advanced Energy Products and Equipment August 2009
	Bulletin on federal funds available under the Section 48C Advanced Energy Manufacturing Tax Credit Program, part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.
New Administrative Rules Pertaining to Hospital Net Metering August 2009
	Bulletin on final rules from the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio on hospital-specific net metering as required by Ohio Senate Bill 221.
Department of Energy Announces Section 1705 Solicitation for Rapid Deployment Loan Guarantee Program August 2009
	Bulletin on the recently released Solicitation announcement for eligible renewable manufacturing, transmission and biofuel projects.
Treasury Department Releases Guidelines for Obtaining Section 1603 Grants In Lieu of Tax Credits Under ARRA Stimulus July 2009
	Bulletin on grants available in lieu of traditional renewable energy production or investment tax credits which are intended to provide incentives for businesses to move forward with renewable energy projects in 2009 and 2010 in spite of the economic downturn.
Ohio House Bill 1 Allows Municipal and Township Financing of Solar Energy Projects July 2009
	Ohio House Bill 1, the biennium budget, allows Ohio municipalities and townships to assist property owners in financing solar photovoltaic and solar thermal systems, including roof-top and ground-mounted solar arrays and solar water heaters.
Alternative Energy Projects: Ohio REC Eligibility Certification July 2009
	The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio has proposed a procedure by which alternative energy providers can apply to the Commission for certification of a project/facility as an advanced or renewable energy resource to become eligible to generate Renewable Energy Credits.
Public Utilities Commission of Ohio Finalizes Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards Rules June 2009
	The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio has issued revised rules governing Ohio’s alternative energy portfolio standard created in Senate Bill 221.
Federal Government Sends $80 Million to Fund Ohio’s Municipal Energy Efficiency Projects June 2009
	Bulletin on a federal government announcement of a distribution of more than $80 million to Ohio’s Energy Office and individual counties and cities to fund energy efficiency projects.
Take Advantage of the Ohio EPA Clean Diesel School Bus Fund Retrofit Grants Program June 2009
	Bulletin on funds available through the Stimulus bill and Ohio EPA for the clean diesel school bus retrofit grant program.
Department of Energy Announces Commercial Real Estate Energy Alliance May 2009
	Bulletin on the U.S. Energy Department's Commercial Real Estate Energy Alliance, providing an unusual opportunity for commercial real estate owners, investors and service providers to gain access to technologies under development by the DOE.
Renewable Energy Finance as an Economic Development Tool May 2009
	Powerpoint presentation on using the renewable energy tax provisions of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 to benefit your project.
Ohio Department of Natural Resources Reaches Agreement With Wind Developer Regarding Wildlife May 2009
	Bulletin on the Ohio Department of Natural Resources and JW Great Lakes Wind, LLC cooperative agreement regarding wildlife impacts.
Public Utilities Commission of Ohio Releases Alternative Energy Portfolio Standard Rules May 2009
	Bulletin on the alternative energy portfolio standard rules finalized by the PUCO to implement Ohio S.B. 221.
Effective May 2009: Ohio’s Wind Power Siting Rules May 2009
	The Ohio Power Siting Board has issued final rules, effective May 7, 2009, to implement Ohio House Bill 562 which establishes certification requirements for the siting of wind farms in the State of Ohio.
New Legislation Aimed at Requiring Solar-Sourced Energy in Ohio Schools April 2009
	Bulletin on House Bill 113 introduced in the Ohio General Assembly to make significant changes to school district authority to contract for energy conservation measures.
Restoring America’s Manufacturing Leadership through Energy Efficiency Act of 2009 March 2009
	Bulletin on federal legislation introduced and designed to strengthen the manufacturing industry in Ohio and elsewhere in the United States through improved energy efficiencies.
Municipal Energy Conservation Gets a Makeover for the New Year March 2009
	Bulletin on Ohio statutory changes increasing the energy conservation options for municipalities.
Department of Energy Commits to "Rapidly Deploy" Loan Guarantee Program March 2009
	This bulletin focuses on one of the new opportunities created by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 for Eligible Renewable Energy, Renewable Energy Manufacturing, Transmission and Biofuel Projects.
Renewable Energy Tax Provisions of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 February 2009
	Bulletin for Ohio’s public and private renewable energy owners, investors and service providers on the provisions of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 that relate to Ohio future renewable energy investment and development.
Green Financing Incentives Are Coming – Are You Ready? February 2009
	The federal stimulus legislation contains significant incentives for state and local governments, including requirements that funds be spent on "green" projects.
Governor Strickland Launches Federal Stimulus Bill Website for Ohio February 2009
	Governor Strickland announces new state website to provide information on the federal stimulus bill.
Green Building Initiatives Taking Root Throughout the Country February 2009
	Bulletin on the green building and other sustainable design initiatives across the country being led by public owners and other large, institutional builders.
2008 Review: Watershed Year For Ohio’s New Green Economy December 2008
	Reflections on some of the most noteworthy 2008 events that have set the stage for Ohio’s new green economy.
The Energy Improvement and Extension Act of 2008 November 2008
	Bulletin on the new incentives for producing clean energy that are a part of Congress's Wall Street bailout bill.
State of Ohio Announces Criteria for Distribution of $150 Million Jobs Stimulus Program Dollars October 2008
	The Ohio Air Quality Development Authority and the Ohio Department of Development rolled out their program for distributing $150 million in job stimulus dollars for advanced energy projects on October 29, 2008.
Implementing Ohio House Bill 562: Wind Power Siting Rules September 2008
	Bulletin on proposed Ohio administrative rules regarding siting of economically significant wind farms.
Ohio S.B. 221: A Summary of its Advanced Energy and Energy Efficiency Provisi September 2008
	Bulletin on the energy provisions of Ohio Senate Bill 221, passed in April 2008.
On the Verge of an New Era in Environmental Mitigation; Geologic Sequestration of Carbon Dioxide August 2008
	Bulletin from the Green Strategies Group on the geologic sequestration of carbon dioxide.
Implementing Ohio Senate Bill 221’s Advanced Energy Provisions: Proposed Administrative Rules Regarding Net Metering August 2008
	Green Strategies bulletin on the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio proposed "net metering" rules released for public comment.
Clean Ohio Funding: Understanding the Opportunity; Recognizing the Important Issues August 2008
	The Clean Ohio issue is part of Governor Strickland’s bipartisan economic stimulus package and is aimed at increasing the number of jobs and investments already created by the program.
Wind Industry: Ohio Tax Summary July 2008
	Summary of Ohio taxes prepared to explain the Ohio state tax system applicable to members of the wind industry.
Climate Change to Impact Our Nation’s Water Resources: The U.S. EPA’s Draft Strategy - Response to Climate Change July 2008
	Bulletin on the U.S. EPA draft of its National Water Program Strategy: "Response to Climate Change", the first effort taken by the U.S. EPA to address how climate change will affect our nation’s clean water and safe drinking water goals.
Sun or Shade? That Is The (Zoning) Question July 2008
	With increased federal and state incentives for renewable energy initiatives, the connection between development and sustainability is becoming a paramount issue.
Ohio Law Encourages Economic Development Through Investment in Key Industries July 2008
	On June 12, 2008, Ohio Governor Ted Strickland signed into law Substitute House Bill 554, the state’s economic stimulus package.
New Report Outlines Potential New Opportunities for Ohio Farmers: Turning Biomass Into Renewable Energy June 2008
	A recent report developed by the Ohio Agriculture to Chemicals, Polymers, and Advanced Materials Task Force indicates that Ohio could potentially power up to 64 percent of its homes from biomass produced within the state.
Ohio’s Senators Vote To End Consideration Of Lieberman-Warner Climate Security Act of 2008 June 2008
	Bulletin on the demise of the Lieberman-Warner Climate Security Act in Congress.
Going Green? Customers Care, But So Does the FTC June 2008
	Bulletin on the Federal Trade Commission and Environmental Protection Agency guidelines for environmental marketing claims, called "Green Guides".
Changes & Challenges to the Ohio EPA’s Stormwater Construction General Permit June 2008
	Bulletin from the Green Strategies Group on new EPA permitting requirements for stormwater construction projects.
New Report Outlines Potential "Green Job" Growth in Ohio and U.S. June 2008
	Bulletin from the Green Strategies Group on how the current efforts and focus on developing alternative energy will create new lines of business and economic opportunities for Ohio.
Clean Ohio Assistance Funding Available July 1, 2008 for Brownfield Redevelopment Projects Throughout Ohio June 2008
	On July 1, 2008, the Ohio Department of Development’s Urban Development Division will again be accepting applications for Clean Ohio Assistance Fund program grant funding to redevelop Brownfields in "Priority Investment Areas" throughout Ohio.
Wind Farm Siting Requires Careful Planning and Attention to Detail May 2008
	Green Strategies bulletin discussing the impact of Am. Sub. S.B. 221, the Ohio State Energy Plan, on wind farms.
Early Action: Blessing or Curse? Analyzing the Lieberman-Warner Climate Security Act May 2008
	Senate Bill 2191, the Lieberman-Warner Climate Security Act is currently making its way through the Congressional labyrinth, having recently passed the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works.