Emergency responders are readying for Lake Superior oil shipping proposals.
Energy
Energy alternatives on the rise in Michigan–slowly
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The number of Michiganders producing some of their own electricity from solar, wind and water power jumped 35 percent in 2017. That helped offset some of their power costs, but it still amounts to a tiny bit of the state’s electricity needs, according to a recent report by the Public Service Commission.
Catch of the Day
Which are the Great Lakes region’s greenest cities?
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Biking comes up big in the region.
Energy
The Green Room: Pipelines – Part One
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Why do some people feel oil and gas pipelines are a good and necessary part of our lives, while others fight against them? WEMU’s The Green Room investigates this first part of a series on pipelines.
Energy
Proposed Trump rollback of fuel standards triggers urban health concerns
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Administration cites safety factor to justify move; Cautious auto industry response.
Energy
A Life Without Line 5
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Could Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and other parts of the state get the propane gas it needs without the Line 5 Pipeline? A new report just released says “yes.”
Capital News Service
Solar power changes cause critics to sizzle
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A new order by the Michigan Public Service Commission will reduce savings for homes deciding to generate electricity from solar energy, possibly creating a disincentive for homeowners to install solar systems.
Capital News Service
Electric cars fighting for fuel in Michigan
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Michigan is moving to better accommodate electric cars with upcoming pilot programs by DTE Energy and Consumers Energy.
Energy
Utility targets more renewable energy, critics say it’s not enough
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DTE Energy, a major supplier of electricity to Southeast Michigan, plans to double its renewable energy capacity by 2021.
Capital News Service
Move underway to continue home weatherization aid in Michigan
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An Ida lawmaker is leading the push to extend Michigan’s use of federal aid to help low-income households cover their heating costs. Co-sponsors include Escanaba, Hart and Battle Creek senators. The Trump Administration wants to eliminate the assistance program.
Energy
More farmers may lease land for solar projects in Michigan
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Some farmers are finding that leasing their land for solar power is more profitable than growing crops.