PROJECT STATUS
OPSB Submittal
Permit name: Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need
Seneca Wind, LLC proposes to construct a wind-powered electric generation facility located in Scipio, Reed, Venice, Eden, and Bloom townships in Seneca County. The facility would consist of up to 85 wind turbines with a generating capacity of up to 200 megawatts.
View OPSB Application: Click here to learn more about the Seneca Wind LLC application with the Ohio Power Siting Board.
About the Ohio Power Siting Board
The Ohio Power Siting Board (Board), originally known as the Ohio Power Siting Commission, was created in 1972. The authority of the Board is outlined in Ohio Revised Code (ORC) Chapter 4906.
Our mission is to support sound energy policies that provide for the installation of energy capacity and transmission infrastructure for the benefit of the Ohio citizens, promoting the state’s economic interests, and protecting the environment and land use.
Public Outreach
Seneca Wind has exceeded requirements of the Ohio Siting Board, having held an informational open house April 17, and hosted three additional ones on August 21, 22, and 23, 2018. Seneca Wind has reached out to residents, businesses, educators and community leaders throughout this process, and encourages direct engagement from Seneca County residents to answer questions or address concerns.