News & Fun in Michigan
Renewable energy comes from natural sources that are replenished on a human timescale, such as sunlight, wind, water, and biomass. It offers a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and combating climate change. Key technologies include solar panels, wind turbines, hydropower systems, and geothermal plants.
Renewable energy supports energy independence, creates jobs, and minimizes environmental impacts. Innovations in energy storage and grid integration are enhancing its reliability and accessibility. As global demand for clean energy grows, renewable energy is pivotal in transitioning toward a greener, more sustainable future for communities worldwide.
Michigan awarded $3.67 million to six townships under EGLE’s Renewables Ready Communities Awards, funding solar power projects while boosting local public safety, parks, and roads.
A proposed 170-megawatt solar project in Arbela Township, Michigan, faces local opposition due to farmland concerns, zoning conflicts, and potential state override, highlighting tension between community interests and state energy policies.
Consumers Energy breaks ground near Jackson on its fourth Solar Gardens site, expanding renewable energy access to thousands of Michigan residents. Consumers Energy’s New Solar Site to Serve 2,500 Customers JACKSON, MI — Consumers Energy officially began construction on its Blackman …
Michigan’s AG Dana Nessel is suing the Trump Administration over a federal freeze on wind energy projects, which jeopardizes clean energy goals, investment, and job growth, challenging legal limits on presidential power in energy policy.
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 …
A new Michigan House bill, HB 4028, aims to enhance clean energy programs, improve net metering for solar and wind energy users, regulate energy development, and streamline permitting processes, promoting a transition to a sustainable energy future despite some opposition.
Consumers Energy’s renewable energy initiatives in Michigan generated $13.6 million in property tax revenue in 2024, supporting local services like schools and roads. The company’s expansion plans include six additional clean energy projects, bolstering economic growth and advancing Michigan’s clean energy goals while ensuring community benefits.
In 2024, the wind energy industry faced increased scrutiny due to a rise in accidents, highlighting safety and environmental challenges. Fatalities and structural failures occurred, triggering demands for improved regulations and safety protocols to protect workers and mitigate environmental risks associated with wind turbines.
