The Ohio Turnpike Commission has announced plans to open up two "green" rest areas, powered by renewable energy such as wind or solar power and with electricity for truck drivers to heat or cool their cabs
, according to reports by the Associated Press.
The new service plazas will be built on both sides of the turnpike in Ohio's Williams County. The facilities will include ethanol fueling stations, portals for recharging electric cars and cable and Internet hookups for parked trucks, the AP says. The stops will also feature gas pumps, restrooms, restaurants and gift shops.
On Monday, the Turnpike Commission shelled out $31 million in construction contracts, most of which will come from last year's toll hike. The new facilities are slated to open next year, the AP reports.
, according to reports by the Associated Press.
The new service plazas will be built on both sides of the turnpike in Ohio's Williams County. The facilities will include ethanol fueling stations, portals for recharging electric cars and cable and Internet hookups for parked trucks, the AP says. The stops will also feature gas pumps, restrooms, restaurants and gift shops.
On Monday, the Turnpike Commission shelled out $31 million in construction contracts, most of which will come from last year's toll hike. The new facilities are slated to open next year, the AP reports.
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