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This week, Smartland Energy continued a series of site visits across Eastern Ohio, advancing our evaluation of potential development opportunities in one of the country’s most energy active regions. The team visited multiple locations across the eastern corridor, assessing land characteristics, proximity to infrastructure, permitting considerations, and overall energy alignment. These visits are part of […]

In early 2024, the Smartland Energy team conducted an in-depth evaluation of the Brainerd Hydroelectric Power Plant in Brainerd, Minnesota. The goal: to explore the feasibility of acquiring and modernizing the century-old facility to increase its capacity and supply clean energy directly to behind-the-meter customers. Over several months, our team conducted extensive technical assessments, regulatory

Smartland Energy confirms it recently submitted a redevelopment bid for the Muskingum River Plant site in Washington County, Ohio. The project evaluation and proposal were part of the company’s ongoing initiative to repurpose strategic legacy energy infrastructure for modern, sustainable use. After a thorough review process, the South East Ohio Port Authority, the site’s owner,

Smartland Energy leadership recently visited Tazewell County, Virginia, to explore potential sites for future power infrastructure development. The visit marks another step in Smartland’s broader mission to expand access to reliable, scalable, and clean energy through thoughtful site selection and strong regional partnerships. During the visit, the Smartland team met with local officials and economic

At a recent luncheon, Smartland Energy’s leadership, Vadim Kleyner and Irina Kleyner, met with entrepreneur and political leader Vivek Ramaswamy to explore the promising future of behind-the-meter (BTM) energy development across Ohio. The conversation highlighted Ohio’s favorable conditions for BTM development, including a pro business environment and rich natural gas resources. Together, they explored strategic