News & Fun in Michigan
Michigan’s Upper Thumb is considered the wind capital for Great Lakes Wind Energy. It’s a topic that has divided many communities but is held as one of the many answers to climate change. We cover local news about wind and solar projects in Mid-Michigan and the Thumb.
Here are some of our Great Lakes Wind Energy posts from over the years.
Michigan lawmakers are moving to restore local control over renewable energy siting by reversing a 2023 mandate that allowed state oversight. House Bills 4027 and 4028 aim to return decision-making to townships and counties amid community concerns regarding energy costs and local governance.
DOE-backed initiatives highlight Michigan’s leadership in next-generation wind energy research, manufacturing, and environmental protection. Michigan Wind Energy Projects 2025 Drive Innovation and Sustainability Michigan is playing a growing role in America’s renewable energy push. According to the Department of Energy’s Wind …
DTE Energy has initiated construction on the Cold Creek Solar Park in Michigan as part of a historic renewable energy agreement with Ford, aiming to fully power Ford’s operations with clean energy by 2035, significantly reducing carbon emissions.
Michigan may soon be at the forefront of nuclear innovation thanks to bipartisan legislation supporting small modular reactor development. Michigan Energy Policy Takes a Leap Toward Nuclear Innovation State Rep. Jamie Thompson is leading a bipartisan push to bring small modular …
Michigan regulators approved a $154 million utility rate hike for Consumers Energy, increasing residential electric bills by 2.8%. Critics argue this frequent rate increase burdens consumers, amidst broader economic pressures and high energy costs throughout the state.
Major corporations and state governments are making record investments in wind and solar projects, reshaping the energy market. With supportive policies and surging demand, renewable energy investment is reaching unprecedented levels, positioning clean power as the dominant force in the next decade.
State Rep. Karl Bohnak backs legislation that would return zoning authority for solar and wind projects to local governments, reversing a controversial state takeover. Legislative Push Aims to Return Energy Project Decisions to Local Leaders LANSING, Mich. — State Rep. Karl …
President Trump’s executive order on January 20, 2025, prioritizes fossil fuel production, rolling back electric vehicle mandates. Critics argue it threatens Michigan’s auto industry jobs and undermines green energy progress, raising fears about the state’s economic future and competitiveness.
