renewable energy

Niagara Power Project’s recognized for influence on power production

By Eric Freedman | August 25, 2017

The locale of a pioneering hydropower project near one of North America’s iconic natural wonders is now on the National Register of Historic Places.

Green energy expanding in Michigan communities

By Chao Yan | February 16, 2017

Michigan communities like Grand Rapids, Traverse City and Northport are moving towards being powered by clean energy.

Advocates face roadblocks while pursuing community solar in Detroit

By Andy Balaskovitz | November 1, 2016

The Michigan city is learning that developing community solar largely comes down to whether the local utility is willing to participate.

Utility report: Michigan can meet federal clean power requirements by retiring coal plants

By Shruti Saripalli | October 14, 2016

Closure of power plants will help Michigan comply with new federal emissions requirements.

U of M professor discusses cutting-edge energy storage research

By Greening of the Great Lakes | March 4, 2016

Kirk Heinze speaks with University of Michigan Professor Levi Thompson on his energy storage research.

Incoming Consumers Energy CEO seeks balanced energy portfolio

By Kirk Heinze | February 15, 2016

Incoming Consumers Energy CEO speaks with Kirk Heinze about the company’s future.

Mr. Great Lakes talks energy savings, funding for better habitats

By Jeff Kart | January 28, 2016

Mr. Great Lakes (Jeff Kart) reports from Bay City, Michigan’s Delta College Q-90.1 FM. Today, he discusses cost benefits from renewable energy standards, funding awarded to enhance wetland habitats and new energy efficiency standards that will lower utility bills big time. Text at Mr. Great Lakes.