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Ohio Lawmaker Proposes Smart Energy Program to Curb Costs
9/4/2025
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- Ohio Rep. Roy Klopfenstein has proposed a voluntary program for electric companies to remotely adjust thermostats and water heaters during peak demand.
- The initiative aims to stabilize energy prices and prevent outages.
- The Ohio Environmental Council endorses the program for its cost-effectiveness.
- Lawmakers need to consider compensation, demand measurement, and effects on low-income households and individuals with health issues.