Chambers for Innovation and Clean Energy (CICE) is a nationwide network of local chambers from every state in the nation. They help local chambers of commerce and their member companies navigate and prosper in the clean energy space. Founded by local chamber executives, CICE’s Advisory Council is comprised of chamber CEOs and senior staff.

Citizens’ Climate Lobby is a non-profit, nonpartisan, grassroots advocacy organization focused on national policies to address climate change. Their nonpartisan approach to climate education is designed to create a broad, sustainable foundation for climate action across all geographic regions and political inclinations.

Established in 2002 and headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Clean Fuels Ohio is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to making Ohio a cleaner, healthier, and more prosperous state. In addition to partnering with organizations to implement advanced fuel solutions and vehicle technologies, they are helping to build a state-wide fueling and charging infrastructure that supports these efforts.

At the Climate Reality Project, they believe that equity, fairness, and the fully voiced engagement of frontline communities most impacted by climate change are essential components of any enduring climate solution and that to solve the climate crisis, they must pursue a just transition to a clean energy economy that nurtures healthy and sustainable communities and ecosystems. Their mission is to catalyze a global solution to the climate crisis by making urgent action a necessity across every level of society.

For owners of electric cars as well as people interested in learning about or buying an electric vehicle (EV) in Dayton and southwest Ohio. Drive Electric Dayton provides electric car education and advocacy, including training, information, local policy, and connections.

Drive Electric Columbus is an independent non-profit grassroots organization that brings together Central Ohio Electric Vehicle Owners and Enthusiasts for meetings, ride & drives, educational events, and other activities related to electric vehicles.  We proudly advocate for fair policy for all current and future EV owners.  We are inclusive and do not charge fees to participate in our organization or events.

Generation 180 is reframing the narrative around energy and equipping people to take effective, meaningful action in their homes and communities. The convergence of macro trends across the power, commercial, finance, and political sectors, as well as the arrival of rooftop solar power and electric vehicles to the mass market, have made it possible for our generation to fundamentally change our direction. Generation 180 believes we can now dramatically accelerate the arrival of a 100% clean energy future.

Green Umbrella is the regional sustainability alliance of Greater Cincinnati, with over 200 member organizations and over 200 individual members passionate about enhancing the environmental health and vitality of the region. They facilitate collaboration among non-profits, businesses, educational institutions, and governmental entities to meet the environmental, social, and economic needs of today while preserving the ability of future generations to thrive.

The Ohio Energy Project (OEP) is the state affiliate of the National Energy Education Development Project (NEED). They partner with NEED to provide Ohio educators with excellent curriculums, resources, and programs. They bring the latest in the energy field to teachers and students in a way that makes everyone take notice by working with utilities, the State of Ohio, nonprofit organizations, energy organizations, universities, manufacturers, and others.

The Ohio Environmental Council works for pragmatic solutions to keep Ohio clean and beautiful, and our communities safe. They fight for clean air and water, clean energy, and protected public lands. They hold polluters accountable in court while working with communities and companies that want to invest in a clean, more sustainable direction. For nearly 50 years, OEC has led many of the major environmental policy wins in Ohio.

Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation was founded in 1985 and is a 501 (C) (3) charitable, nonprofit organization. It has helped community groups, civic leaders and consumers in rural, suburban and urban neighborhoods use agriculture to address a variety of quality of life issues. Today the Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation funds programming in four areas: education, community development, legal issues and animal issues. Ohio Farm Bureau is a grassroots membership organization that works to support our state’s food and farm community.

Ohio Fuel Cell Coalition was established to ensure Ohio’s presence both regionally and nationally in current fuel cell discussions. For over 20 years, OFCC has promoted public awareness about the role fuel cell technology can play as an efficient, reliable, and environmentally responsible source of ( energy in a wide variety of applications. They expand networking to form greater alliances and encourage federal funding that will leverage state resources in the development of fuel cell technology.

Power A Clean Future Ohio is building momentum now for a clean, prosperous future by equipping local leaders for community-driven carbon reductions in Ohio. They are an expansive, diverse coalition engaging with cities and local governments across the state of Ohio to build a clean future for our communities. Power A Clean Future Ohio is empowering local leaders with tools and resources to create carbon reduction plans and implement them in ways that are achievable, measurable, equitable, and economical.

The Sierra Club Ohio Chapter represents more than 125,000 members and supporters. The Chapter advocates for energy efficiency, renewable energy, and public transit. They proudly defend Ohio’s forests, state parks, and nature preserves. They preserve water resources by advocating for green infrastructure, factory farm regulation, and protections for Lake Erie and watersheds throughout the state. Finally, they promote Ohio’s transition to a 21st-century economy through the creation of good-paying, long-standing green jobs.

Simply Living is a community organization that celebrates and connects people to learning opportunities that promote community sustainability, environmental awareness and our local economy through educational outreach and partnerships within our community. With more than 1,200 members, Simply Living’s purpose is to educate and invite others to live responsibly and sustainably in joyful relation with the earth and with each other, rooted in principles of environmental, social and economic justice.

 Wayne County Sustainable Energy Network works to advance sustainable energy in their area. They raise awareness by educating the public and offering resources to assist individuals and organizations in their sustainable energy efforts. They provide resources, materials, information, workshops, and projects to prepare individuals, the community, and businesses to become more energy-efficient, use resources more wisely and increase sustainable energy generation for homes, community, and commercial buildings.

The Hanley Sustainability Institute at the University of Dayton extends sustainability efforts campus-wide and into the community. Their integrated approach prepares students to meet the growing demand for sustainability skills in the workplace. Leveraging existing programs, degrees, and courses, including Environmental Biology and Geology, master’s degree in Renewable and Clean Energy, and an undergraduate minor in Sustainability, Energy and Environment (SEE), the Institute is a leader in sustainability education.

The Kent State University Office of Sustainability works to increase sustainability in university operations, from waste stream and recycling to reduced and green energy use, to collaborating with faculty to incorporate sustainability across the curriculum. Kent State University approaches sustainability through the lens of interconnectedness and interdependence of the social, environmental, and economic components.

The Oberlin College Office of Environmental Sustainability (OES) educates and inspires a multidisciplinary way of thinking about the world that incorporates an ethic of environmental care, social equity, and financial responsibility. Through bold leadership, innovation, and creative collaboration, OES works with the administration to advance an environment that is sustainable, equitable, and resilient for their campus, students, community, and beyond.

The Ohio State University’s Sustainability Institute is a comprehensive land-grant research university with hundreds of faculty in sustainability, thousands of passionate students, an enduring land-grant mission, and a strong commitment to sustainability in its campus operations. They are dedicated to leveraging their research and knowledge to enable more sustainable and resilient communities in Ohio, the nation, and abroad.

Ohio University’s Office of Sustainability facilitates the implementation of the Ohio University Sustainability and Climate Action Plan by providing services and support to the campus community and ensures fulfillment of institutional commitments to environmental, social and economic well-being. Ohio University defines sustainability as the capacity to simultaneously benefit people, the planet and prosperity now and in the future.