Your Sustainable, Statewide, Governmental

Energy aggregator

SOPEC is a council of governments that functions as a shared energy office dedicated to providing innovative and sustainable energy solutions in Ohio.

With a strong focus on community engagement and environmental stewardship, SOPEC is at the forefront of promoting green energy initiatives, including our Electric Aggregation Program, electric vehicle network expansion, solar assessments, grant writing assistance and more.

If you aren’t currently enrolled in the aggregation program and would like to, call the dedicated SOPEC enrollment number with our supplier (AEP ENERGY) at 1-877-648-1937.

Focused on Value for Our Members

SOPEC is a public service organization that manages opt-out governmental energy aggregation programming for its members. As a regional council of governments under Chapter 167 of the Ohio Revised Code, SOPEC members purchase electricity as a group within Ohio’s deregulated electricity market. SOPEC is governed by a general assembly and board of directors made up of elected officials and representatives from its members. SOPEC operates as a shared energy office that provides pooled administrative, financial, and legal services required for high-value public energy programs and projects that support sustainable communities.

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Free Solar Assessments & REAP Grant Assistance for Rural Small Businesses and Farmers in Ohio

With support from the Ohio USDA Rural Development State Office, SOPEC provides free solar assessments and REAP grant preparation assistance for rural small businesses and agricultural producers across the state of Ohio. After an on-site visit from our solar assessment providers, applicants will receive a complete report with a full estimate and details about the 50% USDA REAP grant, the 30% federal solar tax credit, and other low-cost financing and grant opportunities.

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Testimonials

"The first year of this program offered through SOPEC helped Cleveland residents and small businesses save over $12 million. We are excited to continue to offer this successful cost-reduction program, while also providing access to renewable energy supply. This program has not only kept money in Clevelanders' pockets, but it has also kept Cleveland on track with actions outlined in the Cleveland’s Clean & Equitable Energy Future and Climate Action Plans.”

- Sarah O'Keeffe, Director of Sustainability and Climate Justice, City of Cleveland

“We appreciate SOPEC’s work to build a more sustainable energy infrastructure in the region.”

-Shelley Dickstein, City Manager, City of Dayton

“Unlike a traditional broker, SOPEC’s services go far beyond a competitive electric supply rate for the community. SOPEC really cares about helping its member governments. SOPEC helped our local government reduce our energy costs by 70%, even though we were under contract with a different supplier. But they did it anyway.”

— Doug Davis, Mayor, Village of Trimble

“SOPEC has provided energy aggregation services for the City of Athens since 2014. There is not a better deal out there. SOPEC provides first-class customer support and is entirely focused on helping our community accomplish our energy planning goals. ”

— Steve Patterson, Mayor, City of Athens

“All I can say is, thank you SOPEC and keep up the good work! The more people recognize the importance of energy choice, the more they will understand how aggregation is the built-in check and balance to a fair and equitable energy system. How else would a consumer know what they really should pay for electricity if their local government doesn’t take a seat at the table? Let’s continue keeping the utilities on their toes and giving people a real voice.”

— Maria Dimengo, Winner of Annual Pawpaw Festival Drawing

News & Updates

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SOPEC welcomes Stephen Harris and Jessica Armold to Regional Director team

The Sustainable Ohio Public Energy Council announces the addition of Stephen Harris and Jessica Armold as the Regional Director for Central Ohio and the Regional Director for Southeast Ohio, respectively.

SOPEC Awarded Over $4.1 Million Federal Grant to Expand Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure

SOPEC has been awarded a $4,180,045 grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration under the Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Program.

The SOPEC Advantage

As a public service organization, SOPEC will provide a more valuable experience from the very beginning. SOPEC will help our members understand how energy markets and utility rates actually work. SOPEC is governed by the leaders and elected officials of our members. SOPEC is focused on expanding energy efficiency and renewable energy projects throughout your community. Above all, SOPEC will provide never-ending customer support.