100% Renewable Electricity Plans for Small Ohio Businesses
The short answer
The simplest way for a small Ohio business to buy renewable electricity is a renewable supply product from a certified supplier — the same kind of contract as standard supply, with renewable energy certificates (RECs) added. Some communities include renewable power in their opt-out aggregation programs, so you may already have it. Expect a small price premium per kWh over standard supply, and ask for proof that certificates are retired for your account.
For the full menu (on-site solar, PPAs, RECs), see the renewable options guide; for reporting rules, see green claims and Scope 2.
Three ways a small business gets renewable power
| Option | How it works | Effort | Typical fit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community aggregation with renewable content | Your city buys renewable supply for residents and small businesses; you're enrolled unless you opt out | None | Small accounts in participating communities |
| Renewable supply product | A supplier contract with a renewable share (often 50% or 100%) backed by RECs | Low | Any small business wanting a documented claim |
| Unbundled RECs | Keep your current supply; buy certificates separately | Low | Businesses locked into a supply contract |
Examples of Ohio aggregation programs with renewable content (2026)
- Clean Energy Columbus: AEP Energy supplies 100% renewable power at 10.01¢/kWh fixed for June 2026–May 2027 to eligible residents and small businesses on AEP Ohio.
- City of Cincinnati: Dynegy supplies a 100% green product at 10.44¢/kWh for May–November 2026, under a contract through May 2029.
Check your bill's generation section to see whether your account is enrolled.
How to compare a renewable offer
- Same terms as brown power. Compare term, capacity treatment, bandwidth and broker fees exactly as you would for a standard offer.
- Price the premium. Ask each supplier for a standard and a renewable price on the same day; the difference is your cost of the claim.
- Certificates. Which type, which year, which region, certified by whom, and who retires them?
- Documentation. Will you get an annual retirement statement?
- Renewal. Does the renewable content continue at the same price after the term?
FAQ
Is renewable electricity more expensive for Ohio businesses?
Usually slightly. The premium depends on the certificate type; ask for standard and renewable prices side by side.
Can I get 100% renewable power without installing solar?
Yes — through a renewable supply product, an aggregation program with renewable content, or by buying RECs.
Will renewable supply change my utility or reliability?
No. Your utility still delivers the power; only the generation contract changes.