Since its approval by residents and launch in 2020, Clean Energy Columbus has helped residents save money, increased access to Ohio-based clean energy, and strengthened our community
Since 2020, Clean Energy Columbus has saved customers over $70 million on their electric bills, provided 100% clean energy to over 220,000 customers, and invested more than $800 thousand in local clean energy training programs.
Through community choice aggregation and creating a large demand for renewable energy sources, Columbus can support good jobs and workforce development in the clean energy industry.
Clean Energy Columbus has launched! Welcome to the City’s 100% clean energy program, voted on and approved by residents in November 2020.
TIMELINE
Clean Energy Columbus Program plays a big role in creating our sustainable future by utilizing Community Choice Aggregation as the City’s process to contract for energy on behalf of its residents and small businesses.
YOUR COMMUNITY CHOICE
Through community choice aggregation and creating a large demand for renewable energy sources, Columbus can support good jobs and workforce development in the clean energy industry.
Shaping a thriving city for everyone
Driving progress citywide
Our city works daily to provide vital services and improve quality of life for every resident in Springfield.
Clean Energy Columbus (CEC) brings residents together and uses collective buying power to secure competitive electricity rates. Over 200,000 households participate in the program. With that comes questions about what...
Looking Ahead to 2026CEC is preparing for a year of new tools and expanded community engagement. In 2026, residents will see a new CEC website with an interactive map that...
Five Years of ImpactThis year, Clean Energy Columbus (CEC) proudly celebrated its fifth anniversary, and we are deeply honored to have played a role in helping Columbus move closer to...