Zimmer Power Plant Environmental Concerns and Odors
Clermont County
Summary
Residents of Moscow and Batavia Township keep pressing the county over testing at the Zemmer property. Southwest Ohio Air Quality Control tested air near their home on October 28 and found hydrogen sulfide at 35.5 and 38.23 parts per billion — above health standards. They say the county should use its Ohio Revised Code authority to test without Vistra's permission.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
Residents near the Zemmer property would benefit from independent, credible testing.
Nearby families report headaches, nausea, dizziness, and sleep problems from hydrogen sulfide exposure.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Board of County Commissioners — November 2, 2026
Residents of Moscow and Batavia Township keep pressing the county over testing at the Zemmer property. Southwest Ohio Air Quality Control tested air near their home on October 28 and found hydrogen sulfide at 35.5 and 38.23 parts per billion — above health standards. They say the county should use its Ohio Revised Code authority to test without Vistra's permission.
Board of County Commissioners — September 23, 2026
Residents and commissioners discussed hydrogen sulfide odors and environmental concerns surrounding the former Zimmer Power Plant site and landfill. Commissioners considered commissioning independent air and water testing and authorized a federal RCRA lawsuit.
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