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Columbus, OH Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Mayor Michael Coleman and Columbus, OH officials studied the baseline greenhouse gas emissions in 2005. With an initial inventory totaling 317,926 MT eCO2, the city has taken actions to reduce its demand on natural resources by upgrading inefficient…
Federal Safety Laws Trump Ohio Fracking Statutes
Activists in Ohio have won a battle in the ongoing attempts to reduce the damage done by fracking. The U.S. EPA has decided that a 2001 Ohio statute does not satisfy federal reporting requirements.
Ohio Oil and Gas Industry Favoritism
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Energy Consumption Decreasing in U.S.
It seems America is achieving its goals when it comes to energy consumption and conservation. Power usage is on track to decline for the third year in a row, to 10,819 kilowatt-hours per household, says the Energy Information Administration. These a…
Columbus, OH Leading Green Fleet Initiatives
# 1 2011 Government Green Fleet Award
According to a recent Governing article, the Green Fleet Action Plan of Columbus Mayor Michael Coleman has achieved sustained levels of success. The plan began in 2008 with the goals of reducing fuel costs and e…
TVA Reduces Coal Power Generation to 20 Percent
The Tennessee Valley Authority has taken another step toward reducing its dependency on coal. Eight units at three plants will be retired. These measures will reduce total energy generated from coal from 38 to 20 percent.
The decrease is brought a…
Columbus Bike Share Can Save Time and Money
One of the keys to a thriving metro area is providing various transportation options. Residents benefit from choosing modes of transportation that fit their needs, schedule and wallet. The Columbus, OH bike share program COGO can save people both ti…