Data Center Politics: A Wells Fargo tracker says active local data center moratoriums in the U.S. jumped to 374, up from 92 in June, as communities push back over electricity costs, grid capacity, water use, and neighborhood impacts—Ohio is among the states seeing the most local restrictions. Ohio Power & Consumer Relief: Two northeast Ohio lawmakers unveiled a bill that would require utilities to reimburse households for food and medicine lost during long power outages, with automatic daily credits and higher payouts for documented losses. Solar on Former Coal Land: Ohio regulators approved a rare OK for a 149-MW solar plus 149-MW battery project on reclaimed coal mine land in Vinton County, helping avoid the usual fight over farmland. Wastewater Fix in Defiance: Defiance County commissioners discussed funding steps for an Ohio EPA wastewater remediation tied to raw sewage backups near the airport, including design/engineering support and possible revolving-loan financing. Energy Policy Shift: The EPA moved to repeal power-plant greenhouse gas limits for coal and natural gas, a major regulatory reversal aimed at cutting costs for industry. Workforce/Community Build: Ohio University and Habitat for Humanity of Southeast Ohio plan a campus-to-community “Bobcat Build” home project to expand affordable housing in Chillicothe. Local Safety Testing: Ohio National Guard testing is underway after a fire and explosion in Proctorville to identify chemicals involved and guide treatment for injured firefighters. Fuel Watch: GasBuddy price reports show midgrade and E85 deals across Ohio counties, with several lowest-price hits recorded in the week ending Sept. 5.