Blog Posts

Do you love the outdoors—and feel called to do something bigger with that passion?

Happy Earth Month—and welcome to a season of renewal, momentum, and action. Across Ohio, this is more than a change in season—it’s a moment for movement. Communities are rising. From protecting our water and public lands, to advancing clean...

The Big Darby Accord—Central Ohio’s landmark agreement to safeguard one of the Midwest’s most biologically rich watersheds—has been reopened this year under growing development pressure. The new Accord has now been released, marking a pivotal moment...

How Sierra Club Lobbies—and Why Volunteers Matter. Lobbying is a core strategy used by organizations like Sierra Club Ohio to influence policy and advance environmental protections. This involves meeting with legislators, providing research,...

The Expansion of Gas Stations and the Fight for Transportation FreedomGas stations are expanding due to continued fossil fuel subsidies, corporate investment strategies, and infrastructure inertia. Despite the rise of electric vehicles (EVs), legacy...

Where Has the Water Gone? The Impact of Fracking and Data CentersWater scarcity is becoming a growing concern, and two major contributors are hydraulic fracturing (fracking) and the rapid expansion of data centers.Fracking uses millions of gallons...

How Money Has Corrupted Environmental Progress—and How to Fix ItCorporate money has significantly shaped environmental policy in the United States, often prioritizing profit over public health. Fossil fuel companies and utility monopolies invest...

Clean energy refers to power sources that produce little to no pollution, such as solar and wind. Renewable energy comes from naturally replenishing resources like sunlight and wind that won’t run out.In Ohio, expanding clean and renewable energy...

Earth Month: History, Purpose, and What’s Happening in OhioEarth Month is a global observance held every April to celebrate environmental protection, raise awareness about climate change, and mobilize communities to take action. It centers around...

Before diving into this month’s updates, I want to celebrate an important moment for our Chapter’s leadership. Congratulations to Melissa Lyons and Justin Thompson, who were elected by their fellow Executive Committee members to serve as Chair and...