Michigan
Michigan commission vacancies a ‘big deal’ for state’s clean energy transition
Advocates say upcoming appointments offer Gov. Whitmer an “opportunity to really push things” where her predecessor didn’t.
demand response
Polar vortex offers utility customers lesson in demand response
Michigan residents might not have to wait for the next polar vortex to hear more about demand response.
coal ash
Environmental groups, utilities negotiate Michigan coal ash rules
Groundwater contamination has been detected at a majority of the state’s 37 coal ash ponds, some of which are unlined.
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Michigan regulators clamp down on utility’s political spending
The agreement with Consumers Energy follows a complaint about a nonprofit group linked to the utility.
Michigan
Cost, benefits still unknown for better transmission between Michigan peninsulas
Previous cost estimates have not been updated since the state proposed a utility tunnel under the Straits of Mackinac.