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In Michigan, renewables costing utilities less than expected

It's difficult to generalize about the rate impact of renewable energy standards, but the experience of Michigan's large utilities suggests they aren't always as costly as critics claim.

8 August 2013
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As key partner departs, future dims for Michigan cellulosic biofuel plant

The exit of its majority owner and operator leaves the future uncertain for a long-delayed project that has attracted at least $120 million in public financing to turn wood from Michigan’s Upper Peninsula into fuel for vehicles.

By Andy McGlashen . 6 August 2013
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Michigan solar developer joins feds' race to the rooftops

A three-year-old Michigan solar installation company has joined the U.S. Department of Energy’s nationwide $10 million Race to the Rooftops contest.

By Guest Contributor . 1 August 2013
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Heat waves provide critical test for demand response

A burgeoning demand-response industry flexed its muscles during a heat wave on the East Coast last week by powering down machines at key times to de-stress the aging electric grid.

By Greenwire . 25 July 2013
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Michigan program to help guide Energy Department efficiency effort

As the U.S. Department of Energy seeks to advance energy efficiency, it’s looking to Michigan for guidance.

By Christie Bleck . 11 July 2013
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For cities, solar benefits may not override fear of the unknown

Installing solar panels or wind turbines on city or county-owned property can be fraught with more complexities than doing so on private land.

By Karen Uhlenhuth . 2 July 2013
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Michigan, Indiana warm to the idea of expanding consumer utility choice

A surplus of electric power in the Midwest, low wholesale power prices, and other factors are prompting at least two states in the Midwest to look again at the merits of letting retail customers pick their electric supplier.

By Bill Malcolm . 14 May 2013
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In Michigan, utilities project flat summer peak demand

The tepid economic recovery means at least one Michigan utility is seeing slow growth in summer peak demand, according to a recent filing with state regulators.

By Bill Malcolm . 19 April 2013
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In Michigan, a plan to overcome obstacles to PACE financing

A 2010 Michigan law allows property owners to finance energy improvements through property taxes, but few cities have taken the steps to make the deals possible. A Detroit-area lawyer wants to change that.

By Christie Bleck . 15 April 2013
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Michigan nuclear plant's fate depends on Indiana regulators

The future of a Michigan nuclear plant lies in the hands of Indiana regulators, as they decide whether ratepayers should be responsible for funding work needed to extend the plant's life.

By Kari Lydersen . 20 March 2013