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Consumers Energy agrees to stop dark money donations for two years

Consumers Energy has agreed to stop giving money to non-profit political advocacy groups for two years, under the terms of a rate case settlement…

Consumers Energy makes first-in-nation goal of "net zero carbon emissions" by 2040

One of the nation's largest electric utilities says it will reach net zero carbon emissions by the year 2040. It's the most ambitious goal yet for a U.S.…

Farms and rural small businesses in Michigan could be eligible for up to $500 thousand in grants for energy improvements.

Other states are raking in hundreds of millions of dollars for rural energy projects. Michigan is not.

Michigan is not taking advantage of a USDA grant and loan program for renewable energy and energy efficiency improvements.

U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm (left) speaks to reporters at Hemlock Semiconductor, Hemlock, Michigan, with U.S. Rep. Dan Kildee (D-Flint)

US Energy Sec. Granholm in Michigan to promote clean energy, secure domestic supply chains

The former Michigan governor toured a battery plant in Midland and a solar energy business in nearby Hemlock.

Turbines from the Roth Rock wind farm spin on the spine of Backbone Mountain near Oakland, Md., on August 23. The International Energy Agency says renewable energy projects are getting a boost of investment from governments around the world.

An influential energy group sees reason for climate optimism

For the first time, the International Energy Agency projects that demand for fossil fuels will soon peak. It's nowhere close to the speed the world needs to stop climate change - but it's a big step.

Consumers Energy's license to generate hydropower at the Alcona Dam, on the Au Sable River, expires in 2034. The company is now considering the fate of Alcona and 12 other dams that generate small amounts of expensive power, and need hundreds of millions of dollars in maintenance and upgrades.

Uncertainty for Michigan rivers, residents as Consumers reconsiders its 13 dams

Consumers Energy is considering whether to keep its 13 hydropower dams on Michigan rivers.

Consumers Energy plan could encourage electric vehicle adoption

Consumers Energy is proposing a $7.5 million rebate and education pilot project to encourage electric vehicle adoption.If approved by the Michigan Public…

The Fermi 2 nuclear reactor near Monroe, Michigan began shutting down last Sunday night. It's expected to be offline for a month.

Nuclear energy bill receives state Senate hearing

A bill in a Michigan Senate committee would require a study to look at the potential effects of building nuclear plants in the state.

Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteria as seen under a microscope. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says 68 people have become infected with a drug-resistant strain of the bacteria, with many infections linked to the use of contaminated eye drops.

The FDA warns consumers to stop using 2 more eyedrop products due to contamination

The warning comes after an earlier outbreak of infections from drug-resistant bacteria causing illness in at least 81 patients across the U.S. The strain has been linked to recalled eyedrops.

Spring Arbor Ice On Trees and Power Lines

Study says Ann Arbor has several "plausible" but "challenging" paths to renewable energy goal

The city-commissioned report from 5LakesEnergy consulting group says the city can hit its target of 100% renewable power by 2030, but it will be tricky.

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