The Cleveland Plain-Dealer: on Energy & Oil


Dennis Kucinich: Cleveland must join suit against bailout for nuclear plants

Kucinich called for Cleveland to join a lawsuit filed by Columbus, Cincinnati and other cities to block $150 million in annual fees from going into effect. The suit argues the bailout for nuclear power plants is an unconstitutional tax. "We must protect our local economy, particularly the energy intensive steel industry and other manufacturers. These unwarranted charges for utility service will be an additional drag on local economies, and therefore a job killer," Kucinich said.
Source: The Cleveland Plain-Dealer on 2021 Cleveland Mayoral race Jun 14, 2021

John Kasich: Keep state mandate on renewable energy

The solar industry got a boost with Gov. John Kasich's veto of a bill that would have made compliance with the state's renewable energy mandates voluntary for the next two years. Kasich broke ranks with the legislature's GOP leadership, vetoing a bill crafted by some of the state's most conservative lawmakers, who believe wind and solar companies should compete against the state's entrenched power companies on their own. Kasich's veto follows a campaign by environmental, business and consumer groups opposing the legislation. Many of them celebrated the veto on Tuesday. Here are some of their comments.

The Sierra Club Ohio Chapter: "We commend Gov. Kasich for vetoing the Ohio Legislature's attempt to tie our state to outdated, dirty, and expensive energy sources. The world is doubling down on wind, solar, and energy efficiency, and Ohio's robust manufacturing base is now in a better position to maximize that opportunity."

Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer on 2018 Ohio gubernatorial race Dec 27, 2016

Josh Mandel: Supports expansion of oil drilling and fracking

His views on global warming put Mandel on the far end of the Republican spectrum. He argues that climate change research is fraudulent, and supports the expansion of oil drilling and fracking, and criticizes "radical liberals in the media."
Source: Cleveland Plain-Dealer on 2022 Ohio Senate race Nov 20, 2017

Josh Mandel: Climate research inconclusive & riddled with fraud

Josh Mandel, an outspoken critic of [Obama] White House environmental policies, said that he doubts the presence of global warming. The state treasurer thinks scientific research on the matter "is inconclusive and riddled with fraud." Appearing at a southeastern Ohio coal mine, Mandel said those who worked to advance clean-air standards would do so "over our dead bodies." Pressed about the remark, Mandel said he was using a "colloquial" phrase.
Source: Cleveland Plain-Dealer on 2022 Ohio Senate race Aug 27, 2012

Josh Mandel: Supports expansion of oil drilling and fracking

His views on global warming put Mandel on the far end of the Republican spectrum. He argues that climate change research is fraudulent, and supports the expansion of oil drilling and fracking, and criticizes "radical liberals in the media."
Source: The Cleveland Plain-Dealer on 2022 Ohio Senate race Nov 20, 2017

Josh Mandel: Climate research inconclusive & riddled with fraud

Josh Mandel, an outspoken critic of [Obama] White House environmental policies, said that he doubts the presence of global warming. The state treasurer thinks scientific research on the matter "is inconclusive and riddled with fraud." Appearing at a southeastern Ohio coal mine, Mandel said those who worked to advance clean-air standards would do so "over our dead bodies." Pressed about the remark, Mandel said he was using a "colloquial" phrase.
Source: The Cleveland Plain-Dealer on 2022 Ohio Senate race Aug 27, 2012

Sierra Club: Mandated renewable energy standards instead of voluntary

The solar industry got a boost with Gov. John Kasich's veto of a bill that would have made compliance with the state's renewable energy mandates voluntary for the next two years. Kasich's veto follows a campaign by environmental, business and consumer groups opposing the legislation. Many of them celebrated the veto. Here are comments from the Sierra Club Ohio Chapter:

"We commend Gov. Kasich for vetoing the Ohio Legislature's attempt to tie our state to outdated, dirty, and expensive energy sources. The world is doubling down on wind, solar, and energy efficiency, and Ohio's robust manufacturing base is now in a better position to maximize that opportunity," said the Sierra Club director. "The return of energy efficiency and renewable energy standards will benefit all Ohioans, as Ohio's clean energy programs result in lower energy costs, job creation, and improved air quality. We encourage Gov. Kasich to continue to move forward with clean energy policies."

Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer on 2018 Ohio Gubernatorial race Dec 27, 2016

Sierra Club: Renewable energy creates jobs AND improves air quality

The solar industry got a boost with Gov. John Kasich's veto of a bill that would have made compliance with the state's renewable energy mandates voluntary for the next two years. Kasich's veto follows a campaign by environmental, business and consumer groups opposing the legislation. Many of them celebrated the veto on Tuesday. Here are some of their comments.

The Sierra Club Ohio Chapter: "We commend Gov. Kasich for vetoing the Ohio Legislature's attempt to tie our state to outdated, dirty, and expensive energy sources. The world is doubling down on wind, solar, and energy efficiency, and Ohio's robust manufacturing base is now in a better position to maximize that opportunity. The return of energy efficiency and renewable energy standards will benefit all Ohioans, as Ohio's clean energy programs result in lower energy costs, job creation, and improved air quality."

Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer on 2018 Ohio gubernatorial race Dec 27, 2016

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