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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 launching new solar energy program

Consumers Energy is launching a new program that will let customers invest in renewable energy.The new community solar program, called Solar Gardens, is…

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.

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.

DTE, Consumers strike clean energy deal with ballot initiative organizers

Michigan's two largest utilities have struck a deal with the group Clean Energy, Healthy Michigan that will keep a renewable energy initiative off the…

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.

Civilians take shelter in Akademmistechko Metro during an air alert on Monday in Kyiv, Ukraine. Russia renewed its missile attacks across Ukraine on Monday.

Russia strikes again at Ukraine's energy system, but damage is limited

Russia unleashed a new wave of airstrikes at Ukraine, aimed at destroying the power grid. The attacks caused damage and casualties, but Ukraine said it shot down most of the incoming missiles.

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.

The currently closed Palisades nuclear power plant is located on the shore of Lake Michigan.

Environmental groups want Dept. of Energy to ensure Palisades is safe before giving it $1 billion

Environmental groups have asked the Department of Energy to require an Environmental Impact Statement to ensure the shuttered Palisades nuclear plant is safe before giving it $1 billion dollars to restart the power plant.

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