Tell Gov. Kasich to Stop the Attacks on Clean Energy

Tucked away in the vast cornfields of rural Northwest Ohio is a story of environmental and economic success that few have ever heard.

Just a few years ago, the towns of Van Wert and Paulding were being left behind by the 21st century economy. Declining revenue forced county offices to go to four-day workweeks to save money, the local jail was outsourced, and the city stopped funding its economic development office.

In 2011, the community began harnessing the wind to generate clean, renewable energy. Today, these wind turbines are revitalizing local communities and generating a host of economic benefits for area businesses, school districts, and farmers.

This success story could be repeated in dozens of small towns across rural Ohio. But out-of-touch politicians at the Statehouse -at the urging of fossil fuel-funded special interests - have passed a series of laws aimed at bringing Ohio's clean energy future to a screeching halt.

Tell Gov. Kasich to stop harassing and start harnessing Ohio's clean energy. For our health, our economy, and environment.