41st Annual Ohio Environment, Energy and Resources Law Institute
The 41st Annual Ohio Environment, Energy and Resources Law Institute is a premier conference organized by the Ohio State Bar Association. This event brings together legal professionals, policymakers, and industry experts to discuss pressing environmental and energy law issues affecting Ohio and the nation.
Key topics include the resource requirements of data centers, various remediation projects, and evolving energy needs, with discussions on generation, development, and coal's legacy. The agenda features sessions such as "Nutrients! Regulate? Incentivize? Innovate?" and "Optimizing Insurance for Today's Environmental Challenges."
Attendees can benefit from networking opportunities, including in-person registration breakfasts and breaks between sessions. Notable speakers include Brian Baldridge, Director of the Ohio Department of Agriculture, and David E. Emerman, Chief Community Officer at the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency.
This conference is ideal for practitioners in energy, natural resources, and environmental law seeking to stay informed on current trends and developments in the field.
Speakers(24)
Amy Geocaris, Esq.
Assistant Section Chief, Environmental Enforcement Section at Office of Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost
Amy Geocaris is the Assistant Section Chief of the Environmental Enforcement Section at the Office of Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, overseeing environmental litigation.
Brian Baldridge
Director at Ohio Department of Agriculture
Brian Baldridge serves as the Director of the Ohio Department of Agriculture, overseeing agricultural policies and programs in the state.
David E. Emerman, Esq.
Chief Community Officer at Ohio Environmental Protection Agency
David E. Emerman is the Chief Community Officer at the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, focusing on community engagement and environmental initiatives.
Douglas W. Babcock
Managing Director of Water Policy at Ohio Environmental Council
Douglas W. Babcock is the Managing Director of Water Policy at the Ohio Environmental Council, focusing on water resource management and policy.
Evan Vaughan, M.A.
Executive Director at MAREC Action
Evan Vaughan is the Executive Director of MAREC Action, advocating for renewable energy policies and development.
Jacob Elder, M.S.
Environmental Scientist at Cox-Colvin & Associates, Inc.
Jacob Elder is an Environmental Scientist at Cox-Colvin & Associates, Inc., focusing on environmental assessments and remediation.
Janine M. Maney, Esq.
Supervising Attorney at Ohio Environmental Protection Agency
Janine M. Maney is a Supervising Attorney at the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, providing legal counsel on environmental regulations.
Joshua R. Eckert, Esq.
Attorney at Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP
Joshua R. Eckert is an attorney at Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP, specializing in environmental and energy law.
Kathy E. Milenkovski, Esq.
Attorney at American Electric Power
Kathy E. Milenkovski is an attorney at American Electric Power, focusing on environmental compliance and regulatory matters.
Kirk P. Lowery
Managing Director, East Region at Trinity Consultants
Kirk P. Lowery is the Managing Director for the East Region at Trinity Consultants, providing environmental consulting services.
Kraig E. Noble, Esq.
Attorney at Noble, Montague & Moul
Kraig E. Noble is an attorney at Noble, Montague & Moul, focusing on environmental and natural resources law.
Kris Swartz
Farmer and Supervisor at Wood County Soil and Water Conservation District Board
Kris Swartz is a farmer and serves as a Supervisor on the Wood County Soil and Water Conservation District Board, advocating for sustainable farming practices.
Lila M. Appaya, Esq.
Attorney at Bricker Graydon Wyatt LLP
Lila M. Appaya is an attorney at Bricker Graydon Wyatt LLP, specializing in environmental and energy law.
Lori L. Siwik, Esq.
Attorney at SandRun Risk
Lori L. Siwik is an attorney at SandRun Risk, providing legal counsel on environmental risk management and insurance.
Marissa Geib-Lautzenheiser
Program Manager, Ohio Abandoned Mine Land Program at Ohio Department of Natural Resources
Marissa Geib-Lautzenheiser is the Program Manager for the Ohio Abandoned Mine Land Program, overseeing reclamation projects for abandoned mines.
Meagan R. Cyrus, Esq.
Attorney at Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick LLP
Meagan R. Cyrus is an attorney at Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick LLP, specializing in environmental law and insurance coverage.
Michael A. Snyder, Esq.
Environmental and Energy Service Line Leader at Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick LLP
Michael A. Snyder is the Environmental and Energy Service Line Leader at Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick LLP, specializing in environmental and energy law.
Michael Crossman
Underwriter – Environmental at Beazley
Michael Crossman is an Environmental Underwriter at Beazley, specializing in underwriting environmental insurance policies.
Michael E. Born, Esq.
Attorney at Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick LLP
Michael E. Born is an attorney at Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick LLP, focusing on environmental law and litigation.
Molly S. Corey, Esq.
Deputy Legal Counsel at Ohio Department of Natural Resources
Molly S. Corey serves as Deputy Legal Counsel at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, advising on legal matters related to natural resources.
Rob Snyder, B.S., M.E.
Vice President, Environmental Risk Management at The Fedeli Group
Rob Snyder is the Vice President of Environmental Risk Management at The Fedeli Group, focusing on environmental insurance solutions.
Robert Hodanbosi, M.S. ChE
Chief, Division of Air Pollution Control at Ohio Environmental Protection Agency
Robert Hodanbosi is the Chief of the Division of Air Pollution Control at the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, managing air quality programs.
Ryan Shrout, Esq.
Federal Solutions Counsel at Parsons Corporation
Ryan Shrout is the Federal Solutions Counsel at Parsons Corporation, providing legal guidance on federal environmental projects.
Terry Mescher, P.E.
H2Ohio Program Director at Ohio Department of Agriculture
Terry Mescher is the H2Ohio Program Director at the Ohio Department of Agriculture, leading efforts to improve water quality through agricultural practices.
Event Details
- Date
- March 19-20, 2026
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Lewis Center, United States
- The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- Legal professionals, policymakers, industry experts
- CLE Credits
- 13.75 total CLE hours, including 2.5 hours of Professional Conduct