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English$70 million back in Columbus pockets.
Since the program launched in 2021, Clean Energy Columbus has saved participating customers over $70 million on their electricity bills — compared to what they would have paid at AEP Ohio's standard Price to Compare rate.
For the average Columbus household using 1,000 kWh per month, that translates to approximately $115 in annual savings in the current 2026–27 contract year. In prior years — particularly Jun 2023–May 2024, when AEP Ohio's standard rate averaged ~11.32¢/kWh versus CEC's 7.99¢ — savings were even greater.
The program's fixed-rate contract structure means participants are protected from mid-year rate fluctuations that affect customers on AEP Ohio's variable standard offer.
Savings by contract year
At 1,000 kWh/month average usage.
Clean energy that adds up.
1.4 million cars off the road
Equivalent emissions avoided through clean energy supply matched to program participants.
6.2 million acres of forest
Equivalent carbon sequestration from forests preserved at program carbon offset levels.
700,000 homes powered
Equivalent residential electricity usage powered by the clean energy delivered through the program.
Carbon neutral path to 2050
CEC is a cornerstone of Columbus's commitment to achieve citywide carbon neutrality by 2050.
Beyond the bill — investing in Columbus.
The program reinvests in Columbus neighborhoods and the clean energy workforce.
$500,000 community grant
Reinvested in Columbus neighborhoods to support a solar co-op and energy efficiency kit pilot for 200+ homes — bringing the benefits of clean energy directly to residents who need it most.
$800,000+ workforce investment
Invested in clean energy workforce training programs, with more than 500 Ohioans employed building and maintaining the projects that deliver in-state clean energy. Learn about the workforce program →