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News ClipThe Pike County News Watchman·Piketon, Pike County, OH

AEP to upgrade for data center at A-Plant site

AEP Ohio plans significant power grid upgrades in Pike, Jackson, and Gallia counties to support a new data center campus at the former gaseous diffusion plant site in Piketon. This project requires regulatory approval from the Ohio Power Siting Board, which includes public engagement. The company is committed to funding the transmission investments to avoid rate increases for residents.

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7/24/2026

News ClipNBC4 WCMH-TV·OH

Ohio lawmakers introduce bills to curb rising electric costs

Ohio lawmakers have introduced new bills aimed at capping rising energy costs for consumers, which are partly attributed to the proliferation of data centers in the state. One state bill proposes a one-year freeze on rate increases, while a federal bill would require states to consider new rate structures for large energy consumers like data centers. These efforts seek to address the financial burden on Ohioans without hindering data center growth necessary for AI and national security.

electricity government

7/21/2026

News ClipMatter News·Sunbury, Delaware County, OH

Local Politics: The small-time data center resistance

Organizers of a statewide petition to ban data centers in Ohio, ConserveOhio, will not submit it this year, shifting focus to local initiatives. Communities like Sunbury and Grove City have enacted moratoriums, while Sunbury residents are pursuing a petition to ban large-scale data centers. The Hilliard City Council is engaged in a legal battle with Amazon and AEP Ohio over a fuel cell installation at an existing data center.

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Amazon

6/25/2026

News ClipNews-Talk 1480 WHBC·Columbus, Franklin County, OH

PUCO Adds Electricity Requirements for Data Center Developers

The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) is implementing new electricity requirements for data center developers. These changes include ordering First Energy, parent company of Ohio Edison, to create a separate rate plan for data centers and prohibiting data centers from joining AEP Ohio's Transmission Cost Recovery pilot program.

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5/20/2026

News ClipCincinnati Enquirer·OH

Electric bills are rising in Ohio. But are data centers to blame?

Ohio's electricity bills have significantly increased, leading to a debate over whether the state's data center boom is to blame. While data center advocates point to other factors, consumer groups argue data centers are stressing the grid and increasing costs for residents. A data center tariff approved by the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio is now being challenged in the state Supreme Court.

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5/17/2026

News ClipScioto County Daily News·Franklin Furnace, Scioto County, OH

Google Releases New Details for Franklin Furnace Data Center; Scioto County Commissioners Explain Support

Google has released new details and a public information website for its "Project Dazzler" data center in Franklin Furnace, Scioto County, Ohio. The project continues to face public opposition over environmental, water, traffic, and power concerns, but county commissioners have reiterated their support, citing Google's conservation efforts. Google plans a public information fair to address community questions.

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Google

5/7/2026

News ClipScioto Valley Guardian·Piketon, Pike County, OH

AEP Ohio proposes 50-mile transmission line through Pike, Jackson and Gallia counties to power Piketon data center

AEP Ohio proposes a 50-mile high-voltage transmission line across Pike, Jackson, and Gallia counties in Ohio to power a planned data center campus in Piketon. The project requires approval from the Ohio Power Siting Board, with a decision anticipated in early 2027. Public feedback is being sought on potential route options.

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4/21/2026

News ClipThe Columbus Dispatch·Columbus, Franklin County, OH

Your AEP Ohio bill is changing. We explain what's happening

Ohio regulators approved a settlement with AEP Ohio, leading to changes in customers' electric bills. While initial credits are expected, future charges for infrastructure upgrades, partly driven by data center growth, will likely increase bills by 2028. The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio approved a smaller rate increase than AEP Ohio initially requested.

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4/6/2026

News ClipWOSU Public Media·Columbus, Franklin County, OH

State utilities commission approves AEP Ohio rate changes

The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio has approved AEP Ohio's request to adjust electric rates, allowing an $11 million boost in distribution revenues, less than the $97 million initially sought. This decision will result in higher rates for customers, and AEP Ohio will also implement a new minimum monthly charge for data centers in addition to an existing tariff.

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4/2/2026

News ClipThe Columbus Dispatch·Columbus, Franklin County, OH

AEP rides our gravy train while lobbing threatens. Yet PUCO just OKed another hike | Opinion

AEP is threatening to move its Columbus offices amid public opposition to a proposed rate hike, which the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio recently approved. The article criticizes Ohio's utility regulation, arguing that state officials prioritize AEP's profits over consumer interests, a problem exacerbated by the state's data center boom.

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4/2/2026

News ClipMyChesCo·Pike County, OH

Massive Ohio Energy and AI Project Promises Jobs, Lower Costs

A federal partnership with SoftBank and AEP Ohio will develop new power generation and a large-scale data center on federal land at the Portsmouth Site in Pike County, Ohio. The $33.3 billion project aims to support AI demand, lower electricity costs, and create jobs. Environmental cleanup is also included, with construction expected to begin this year.

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SoftBank

3/24/2026

News ClipScioto Post·Piketon, Pike County, OH

Massive AI Data Center Planned for Southern Ohio Former Uranium Site

A massive AI data center campus is planned for the former Portsmouth Gaseous Diffusion Plant in Pike County, Ohio, with a 10-gigawatt data center and dedicated power generation. This public-private partnership involves the U.S. Department of Energy, SoftBank Group, and AEP Ohio. Despite federal support, local residents have filed a petition seeking a statewide constitutional amendment to ban large-scale data centers due to environmental and energy concerns.

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SoftBank

3/21/2026

News ClipAzat TV·Piketon, Pike County, OH

SoftBank to Invest $500 Billion in Ohio AI Data Center

SoftBank Group announced a $500 billion investment for a 10-gigawatt AI data center in Piketon, Ohio, at the site of the decommissioned Portsmouth Gaseous Diffusion Plant. This massive project, which includes dedicated natural gas power generation and significant federal backing, is part of a U.S.-Japan trade agreement. However, it faces growing scrutiny and a proposed statewide ballot initiative in Ohio for a constitutional ban on mega data centers due to concerns over resource consumption.

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SoftBank

3/21/2026

News ClipNorthwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette·Piketon, Pike County, OH

DOE plans a major data center at Ohio ex-uranium facility

The U.S. Department of Energy announced a public-private partnership to develop a 10-gigawatt data center and up to 10 gigawatts of new power generation at the former Portsmouth Gaseous Diffusion Plant in Piketon, Ohio. The project, part of the U.S.-Japan Strategic Trade and Investment Agreement, involves SoftBank Group, SB Energy, and AEP Ohio, with significant investments in grid upgrades. Rural Ohio residents have filed a petition to ban mega data centers statewide due to environmental and societal concerns.

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SoftBank

3/21/2026

News ClipNewsBytes·Pike County, OH

SoftBank plans massive gas-powered AI data center in Ohio

SoftBank Group and AEP are partnering to build a massive 10GW gas-powered AI data center and a 9.2GW gas plant in Pike County, Ohio. This significant project, part of a US-Japan trade deal, includes upgrading transmission lines and aims to strengthen US AI leadership while addressing energy capacity concerns.

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SoftBank

3/21/2026

News ClipCBS News·Piketon, Pike County, OH

Trump officials announce data center and gas plants for former Ohio uranium site

The U.S. Department of Energy announced a public-private partnership with SoftBank Group and AEP Ohio to develop a 10-gigawatt data center and power generation facility at the former Portsmouth Gaseous Diffusion Plant in Pike County, Ohio. This project aims to support AI development and includes significant grid upgrades. The announcement coincides with a petition by rural Ohio residents to put a constitutional ban on mega data centers on the statewide ballot due to environmental and societal concerns.

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SoftBank

3/20/2026

News ClipWOWK 13 News·Piketon, Pike County, OH

Groundbreaking held for $36 billion Ohio natural gas project

A groundbreaking ceremony was held in Piketon, Ohio, for a $36 billion natural gas project slated to power a 10GW data center. This public-private partnership involves SoftBank and AEP Ohio, with U.S. Energy and Commerce Secretaries present, aiming to create jobs and advance the U.S. in the AI race. Construction is expected to begin this year, creating 35,000 construction jobs and 2,500 full-time data center jobs.

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SoftBank

3/20/2026

News ClipFine Day 102.3·Piketon, Pike County, OH

Federal Officials Unveil Massive AI Data Center at Former Ohio Nuclear Site

Federal officials unveiled plans for a massive 10-gigawatt AI data center, named the "PORTS Technology Campus," at a former nuclear site in Piketon, Pike County, Ohio. The project involves new natural gas power plants and significant Japanese investment through SoftBank and SB Energy in collaboration with AEP Ohio. This announcement occurs amidst growing opposition from rural Ohio residents who have petitioned for a constitutional prohibition on mega data centers.

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SoftBank

3/20/2026

News Clipcnhinews.com·Piketon, Pike County, OH

AEP Ohio Partners to Bring $4.2B in New Electric Infrastructure in Appalachian Ohio Without Raising Customer Rates

AEP Ohio and SB Energy, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Energy, announced plans for a $4.2 billion investment in new electric transmission infrastructure in Appalachian Ohio. This infrastructure will support a 10-gigawatt data center campus planned for Piketon, with SB Energy covering the costs to avoid raising customer rates. The project involves significant new 765-kV lines and will undergo a permitting process including public input and environmental studies.

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3/20/2026

News ClipWOUB Public Media -·Piketon, Pike County, OH

One of the country's largest data center campuses is being planned for Pike County as part of a federal trade deal

Pike County, Ohio, is set to host one of the country's largest data center campuses (10 GW) and a 10 GW natural gas power plant. This $33 billion public-private partnership between the U.S. Department of Energy, SoftBank/SB Energy, and AEP Ohio is part of a federal trade deal with Japan and the Genesis mission for AI infrastructure. Local officials are concerned about property tax revenue if the federal government leases the land.

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SoftBank

3/20/2026