Ohio Senators get update on utility overhaul, forecast of future power demands

By: Nick Evans

Outlets: Ohio Capital Journal

Published: April 6, 2026

Words: 1,275

Last Updated: 3 months, 3 weeks ago


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Ohio Senators recently got an update from state utility regulators and an official with the regional grid operator, PJM Interconnection. The presentations offered an early progress report on a utility overhaul passed last year, and a look ahead at how Ohio can align demand for power with supply.

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