About Us
OEP Mission Statement
We facilitate students’ and teachers’ understanding of the science of energy and its efficient use in order to empower the next generation of energy consumers.
OEP Vision Statement
We distinguish ourselves as the premier energy education resource for students, educators and business partners in Ohio.
OEP History
The Ohio Energy Project has been serving teachers since 1984. OEP presents programs and materials which provide accurate, unbiased information on the sources and forms of energy, energy efficiency, electricity, and the economic and environmental impacts of energy use. OEP is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
View a timeline of OEP’s history
OEP Awards
1995 - Ohio’s BEST Practices
1995 - Ohio Alliance for the Environment
1996 - NEED Regional Program of the Year
2001 - NEED State Program of the Year
2001 - National Energy Champion, U.S. Department of Energy
2002 - Partner, Governor’s Energy Smart Community Challenge
2008 - NEED State Program of the Year
2008 - Ohio Environmental Education Fund, Outstanding Project in Environmental Impact Education
2011 – Environmental Education Council of Ohio, Organization Award
2011 – Ohio School Board Association, Outstanding Program-Westerville
OEP Board of Directors
The Ohio Energy Project is governed by a dedicated team of energy industry professionals. Contact Debby Yerkes for more information about joining the OEP Board of Directors.