Renewable energy in the form of wind turbines, solar panels and animal waste is being discussed throughout the farm land of Ohio. Currently Bowling Green has one of the largest operating wind farms in the Midwest and within 10 years there may be hundreds more found throughout Ohio. According to Ohio law, by the year 2025 alternative energy sources must be used to generate at least 50 percent of electricity distributed, up from the current rate of 25 percent. Several counties in Ohio, including Medina, may see commercial windmill projects that would reap the benefits of the required 15-mile-per-hour winds blowing through the state.
We need to start planning for the future now by accepting some of the responsibility for alternate energy sources that do not depend completely on utility companies and traditional sources of electrical power. With the passing of Ohio Senate Bill 221 in July of 2008, legislative policy is moving towards major changes in Ohio's energy industry. For more information about energy requirements, the construction of solar ready schools, and greenhouse gas emission reporting throughout the state, log on to Ohio State University's web site at http://ohioline.osu.edu/.
Go Green!!
Donna
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