Ohio House Bill 170 'a generational opportunity'
To the editor:
Ohio has a generational opportunity to leverage its abundant energy resources while attracting new investment and helping to reduce emissions by embracing carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS) technology.
This month, the Ohio House advanced House Bill 170 to establish a process for regulating CCUS projects in our state, as The Highland County Press recently reported [Ohio House passes Blasdel, Peterson carbon capture regulation bill, Oct. 8]
A diverse coalition of Ohio’s leading industry sectors – including energy, manufacturing, research, and agriculture – actively supported House Bill 170. Industry groups representing oil and gas production, power generation, biofuels, hydrogen development, carbon management, and industrial manufacturing advocated for state-specific regulations, calling for clear rules on landowner rights and long-term monitoring, closing regulatory gaps and promoting investment in new technologies. Bottom line, this legislation would provide Ohio-specific parameters for CCUS projects that uphold safety and consider landowner rights.
The legislation is also seen as a catalyst for job creation and economic growth, benefiting communities across the state and ensuring Ohio remains at the forefront of energy and environmental progress.
By moving this bill forward, Ohio can continue building on its long legacy of innovation and meet the rising demand for affordable, reliable energy – both today and for future generations.
Sincerely,
Christina Polesovsky
Columbus
Associate Director, API Ohio