microgrids
Michigan lawmakers propose microgrid bill to boost resilience
The legislation would prohibit standby fees but allows an “equitable” cost of service charge by utilities.
Consumers Energy
Solar developers claim Michigan utility is illegally blocking projects
The formal complaints with state regulators allege Consumers Energy is violating federal PURPA rules.
Michigan
Michigan researchers say state’s utilities ‘manipulate’ system to their advantage
A research paper says Michigan utilities use political power to deter distributed generation — and regulators let them.
Consumers Energy
Michigan utility reaches deal over long-term clean energy plan
A proposed settlement between Consumers Energy and stakeholder groups was filed with regulators March 23.
microgrids
Microgrid boosters hope Michigan ‘energy district’ will spur more interest
Consumers Energy plans to combine solar and storage in a 4-square-block project in Jackson, Michigan.