Third Act Ohio’s Democratizing Energy group brings us the next installment of their Practical Guide, Electric Cook Stoves. The guide provides useful information and resources to assist Ohioans when considering cooking appliance options.

The Buckeye Environmental Network sponsored a Brine Symposium on Thursday, March 6th from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Ohio Statehouse in Columbus.We heard from workers affected by oilfield brine contamination and scientists explaining the hazards of fracking brine.  Since 1985 this heavy metal and radioactive laden brine has been approved for use as a deicer and dust suppressant on Ohio roads. This was a family friendly event.  This article provides some good background information on the issues.  

This inspiring 150+ mile march will start in Athens, travel to Salt Fork State Park then on to the state capital in Columbus. 

The march scheduled for May of 2026 will bring attention to the harms of extractive industries on the health and well-being of Ohio citizens & communities while promoting the benefits of clean, renewable energy. 

May of 2026 seems a long way off but it’s not too early to start planning something this significant.  Planning subteams are being formed around logistics, accommodations, state house rally, finances and communications.  We need large and small contributions of time, all types of skill sets, and hikers and non-hikers alike. 

Contact us at ohio@thirdact.org so we can find you a place on the planning team of this fun and epic event.