Independent review by the Citizens Research Council largely agrees with state regulators on why Michigan's electric rates remain high—but says policymakers should focus on lowering the cost per kilowatt-hour rather than average monthly bills. LANSING – Ask Michigan homeowners whether electricity has become more expensive and most won't hesitate with the answer. Absolutely. In one
Energy Isn’t Just Plug-and-Play Anymore Let’s be honest—energy used to be boring. Flip the switch, pay the bill, move on. It was just one more line item on the expense sheet. No strategy. No innovation. Just a constant hum in the background. But things have changed. And if you’re in business—whether tech, retail, manufacturing, or
When it comes to selecting a roof for your home or business, it pays to be informed about the available options. Standing seam roofing is an increasingly popular choice due to its many advantages, and should certainly be considered when making this important decision. From increased durability and longevity to improved aesthetics and minimal maintenance,
SAN FRANCISCO - By 2050, two out of every three people will likely live in cities. This urbanization will introduce a number of environmental challenges, especially in the heating sector, which accounts for half of the world’s energy consumption. This is where a company from Finland might come in. Engineers at The Warming Surfaces Company have created a novel concept
ANN ARBOR - Cory Connolly, Vice President at Michigan Energy Innovation Business Council, talks about Michigan Clean Energy Jobs report that contends more than 113,400 Michiganders worked in clean energy and clean vehicles at the end of 2020. The report also says due to the impact of COVID-19, the 2020 total represents a 9.5 percent decrease
LANSING—An elementary school that closed in 2000 is being redeveloped into an energy-efficient multi-family housing building with the aid of Property Assessed Clean Energy financing. The building in question, at 1030 S. Holmes St. in Lansing, will see $824,000 financed to add improved heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment, better insulation, better windows, better doors,
DETROIT - Consumers Energy and DTE Energy Friday said they are accelerating plans to produce cleaner energy in Michigan, targeting at least a 50 percent Clean Energy Goal by 2030– achieved through a combination of investments in at least 25 percent renewable energy, and the remaining through energy efficiency. In the past year, both DTE
FARMINGTON HILLS — The Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association has awarded Newman Consulting Group LLC its “Exemplary Project Award” for its energy efficiency project at The Whitney restaurant in Detroit. The award came at GLREA’s annual meeting, held Dec. 2 in Lansing. Newman Consulting was commended for its work at the Whitney, a 120-year-old mansion
DETROIT - A group of Michigan organizations has launched LiTES, a three-year initiative supported by the Department of Energy aimed at reducing energy usage in commercial buildings and help business owners save money through the deployment of connected lighting controls. LiTES was developed by NextEnergy, in partnership with Michigan Advanced Lighting Controls Training Program (MALCTP),
ROYAL OAK - Rob Fowler, CEO of the Small Business Association of Michigan, announces a new partnership with Consumers Energy and DTE to develop an energy office at SBAM that will position three people in the field to work with small businesses to develop better energy efficiency strategies. Fowler said the program is aimed not
