OPSB schedules local hearing for proposed natural gas power plant in Licking County

COLUMBUS, OHIO (Sept. 16, 2026) – The Ohio Power Siting Board (OPSB) will hold a local public hearing regarding PowerConneX, Inc’s proposal to construct a natural gas-fired electric generation facility in New Albany, Ohio.

The hearing is scheduled for: 

Oct. 22, 2026, at 6 p.m.
New Albany High School
7600 Fodor Road
New Albany, Ohio 43054

The proposed PowerConneX New Albany 3 Energy Center would have a maximum total generating capacity of 450 megawatts and provide “behind-the-meter” power to a data center located on the same site.

The purpose of the local public hearing is to allow individuals to provide sworn testimony regarding the proposed project. The hearing transcript will become part of the case record considered by the OPSB. Witnesses will register when they arrive at the hearing and will testify in the order in which they register. Testimony will be limited to three minutes per witness. If a witness wishes to supplement their testimony with an exhibit, a copy of the document should be provided to the administrative law judge during the hearing. 

An evidentiary hearing is scheduled for Nov. 4, 2026, at 10 a.m., at the offices of the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio, 180 E. Broad St., Columbus, Ohio 43215. During the evidentiary hearing, the applicant, OPSB staff, and intervening parties will offer expert testimony and evidence regarding the proposed project. 

Additional information regarding the proposed facility is available on the OPSB website at www.OPSB.ohio.gov in case number 26-361-EL-BGN.

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The Ohio Power Siting Board reviews applications for the construction of major utility facilities in Ohio. Together with Ohio’s elected officials, citizen stakeholders, and the energy industry, the Board strives to build a strong and competitive foundation for Ohio’s future.

For additional information, contact: Matt Butler | (614) 644-7670