The impact of PUCO hazmat grants
 All Hazards Training Center at the University of Findlay
"It is a safeguard against public harm to the local communities."
Every year, the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio awards grants for the training of public safety and emergency services personnel in the field of hazardous materials. These grants help fund training courses, response exercises, planning and survey studies, equipment and more. The PUCO is currently accepting grant applications for the 2021 period. Click here for more information on how to apply.
Three recipients of last year's grants spoke about their organization's experience with the grant program. Click here to read their stories.
From the news bureau
Distribution rate case hearing process
Per Ohio rule and law, certain cases require a local public hearing and an evidentiary hearing before a decision is made.
What's the difference between an evidentiary hearing and a local public hearing? Why does the PUCO have both? How do those hearings factor into the Commission's decision?
Learn the answers to those questions and more at the PUCO News Bureau.
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PUCO 101: Understanding Electricity
Turning on a light switch can be as easy as flipping a switch. But the process to get that electricity to your home is a little more complicated.
Read more here about Ohio's electric industry and how electricity makes its way to you.
Commissioners in the news
OPSB authorizes construction of solar project in Fulton County
The Ohio Power Siting Board (OPSB) has approved an application filed by Arche Energy Project, LLC to construct a 107 megawatt solar-powered generating facility in Gorham Township, Fulton County.
The Arche Solar Project will occupy approximately 600 acres within an approximately 1,000-acre project area.
Learn more about the project and the Board's decision here.
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Get updates when your rate changes
Receive an instant email or text notification when your utility changes their generation rates or natural gas prices.
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Get the shot!
All Ohioans ages 16 and up are now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. You can search for appointments near you at gettheshot.coronavirus.ohio.gov
You can also call the COVID Hotline to schedule an appointment:
1-833-4-ASK-ODH (1-833-427-5634).
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