Ohio manufacturers are hitting pause on major decarbonization projects as the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) pulls back on promised funding, creating widespread uncertainty. Cleveland-Cliffs is expected to scrap its $500 million hydrogen-based steel initiative at Middletown Works after DOE rescinded a key $527 million grant. The company will instead continue with traditional coal-fired operations, citing both funding cuts and supply chain challenges.

The Glass Packaging Institute (GPI) also raised concerns about DOE abruptly canceling multiple decarbonization projects in the glass sector.

Manufacturers warn that inconsistent federal support could stall U.S. clean energy progress and undermine onshoring efforts. 6/10/2025