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Ohio Supreme Court Classifies Nationwide Energy as Public Utility

4/23/2026

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The Ohio Supreme Court ruled that Nationwide Energy Partners qualifies as a public utility and is subject to regulation, overturning the Ohio Public Utilities Commission's ruling.
Submetering has evolved into a significant business, with tenants facing rising costs.
Columbus City Councilmember Christopher Wyche called the ruling a victory for consumers and urged protections against inflated bills.
Columbus's ordinance requires submetering companies to meet consumer protection measures by December 2026.

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The Ohio Supreme Court ruled that Nationwide Energy Partners qualifies as a public utility and is subject to regulation, overturning the Ohio Public Utilities Commission's ruling.
Submetering has evolved into a significant business, with tenants facing rising costs.
Columbus City Councilmember Christopher Wyche called the ruling a victory for consumers and urged protections against inflated bills.
Columbus's ordinance requires submetering companies to meet consumer protection measures by December 2026.