Michigan
Michigan’s electricity resource planning law is pushing utilities on clean energy
The process requires utilities to account for the costs and benefits of renewables, efficiency, and fossil fuel investments.
Kansas
Kansas utility, clean energy advocates hope state report will spur legislation
A report submitted to state lawmakers last week recommends several changes that are supported by clean energy groups.
Opinion
Commentary: Utility planning must keep pace with rapid changes in energy sector
DTE’s recent IRP proposal could better embrace innovation in the advanced energy industry, writes Laura Sherman at the Michigan Energy Innovation Business Council. Here’s how.
Missouri
Small Missouri utility proposes big pivot to clean energy in latest resource plan
Empire District Electric Co. wants to retire its coal plant early and replace it with cheaper wind, solar and storage.
Michigan Public Service Commission
Michigan appointments add clean energy expertise to utility board
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s additions to the Public Service Commission include two former clean energy advocates.