Ohio regulators direct data center firms to provide utility AEP Ohio with 180 days notice prior to grid connection

The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) has directed AEP Ohio, the state's wires-only transmission utility, to take further measures to protect ratepayers across the state from the impact of data centers on energy prices.

04 Aug 2026

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Earlier this month, PUCO granted AEP Ohio’s request to implement new protections for Ohio ratepayers.