How smart are smart meters?
Smartphones, smartwatches and now, smart meters - what does a smart meter mean for your energy usage?
In this PUCO News Bureau article, we explore how smart meters work, why they are different from your traditional meter and how your utility company uses them.
Read the full article here.
Energy efficiency forums kick off Sept. 8
The PUCO is hosting a series of energy efficiency workshops on whether cost-effective energy efficiency programs are an appropriate tool to manage electric generation costs, and how those fit into Ohio’s competitive marketplaces.
The first workshop focuses on the electric industry and takes place on September 8th.
Read more about the workshops and how to participate here.
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PUCO awards hazardous material training grants
The PUCO has awarded $800,000 in hazardous materials training grants to 12 applicants. These grants are given to educational institutions and local governments to train organizations on how best to respond to hazardous materials incidents.
Check out the list of recipients here and learn more about the program.
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Upgrade local rail crossings with funding from the PUCO
Local governments can apply for state funding from the PUCO to improve railroad crossings in their communities.
Two state-funded programs can provide funds for safety devices, improved signage, vegetation cut-back and more.
Find out more information about the programs and how to apply here.
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NARUC announces key leadership appointment from the PUCO
The National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners has named PUCO Commissioner Beth Trombold as the new co-vice chair of the Committee on Electricity.
“The NARUC Electricity Committee provides its members with meaningful education on timely issues affecting the electricity sector. I look forward to continuing my involvement with the Committee in this new leadership role to help inform regulators on these ever-changing and critical topics," said Commissioner Trombold.
Read more about the appointments here.
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PUCO 2021 annual report
The PUCO issues an annual report of its account each fiscal year in accordance with Ohio Revised Code 149.01.
The 2021 annual report is now available and full of key agency info.
Read the PUCO FY21 annual report here.
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OPSB approves electric transmission lines in Erie, Huron and Franklin counties
The Ohio Power Siting Board (OPSB) has approved applications filed by Firelands Wind, LLC and AEP Ohio to construct new electric transmission lines in Erie and Huron counties and Franklin County, respectively.
Learn more about those transmission lines and other OPSB approvals 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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The best protection against COVID-19 is vaccinations
The Ohio Department of Health is reporting a large increase in COVID-19 cases over the last month across the state, including among students who are heading back to school.
“As students statewide continue to return to their classrooms, this high figure should be yet another indicator to parents and families that the best protection from COVID-19 is for those 12 and older to choose to be vaccinated, and for those who aren’t vaccinated to wear masks," said Ohio Department of Health Director Bruce Vanderhoff, MD, MBA.
Read more at the Ohio Department of Health website.
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