Ohio blocks big solar farm, despite apparently fake public comments

By: Kathiann M. Kowalski, Canary Media

Outlets: Ohio Capital Journal

Published: March 26, 2026

Words: 1,439

Last Updated: 4 months, 1 week ago

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This story was originally published by Canary Media.

Ohio regulators have blocked yet another major solar project because of local pushback, even though a significant number of public comments opposing the array appear to be fabricated. It’s the latest blow to solar in a state that defers to local governments on renewable energy, but not on fossil fuels.

The Ohio Power Siting Board decided last Thursday to deny …

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