Michigan Electric Transmission Company is planning an $850 million transmission project that will aim to enhance the energy grid and support renewable energy initiatives state-wide. A key component of this proposal consists of two high-voltage transmission lines to run through central and southern Michigan. Developers are planning to seek 200ft easements for the project fromContinue reading “Michigan Public Service Commission considers new transmission lines”
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DTE Energy’s Renewable Energy Plan under Public Act 235
DTE Energy has filed its first renewable energy plan case under Public Act 235, one of the suite of energy laws passed in Michigan last November, and it’s got some good news for ratepayers. Read more about the case and comments from Troposphere Legal about key issues in this MLive story.
Troposphere Legal’s Chris Bzdok Awarded Sierra Club’s William O. Douglas Award
Chris Bzdok of Troposphere Legal was awarded Sierra Club’s William O. Douglas Award last night in a virtual celebration. This award recognizes individuals who have made outstanding use of the legal and judicial process to achieve environmental goals. Chris has been doing just that for the last 27 years! The award specifically recognized Chris forContinue reading “Troposphere Legal’s Chris Bzdok Awarded Sierra Club’s William O. Douglas Award”
Success against high-cost electricity from coal
The New York Times reports on state utility commissions that have started pushing back on the high costs of electricity from coal-fired power plants. Troposphere Legal assisted Sierra Club with the Michigan cases discussed in the article.
Combatting the Steep Costs of Rockport
The team from Troposphere Legal has been working to combat the excessive costs of the Rockport plan in various cases since 2019. Read more at The Checks and Balances Project.
Michigan Takes Energy Efficiency to the Next Level
Part 1 – New Efficiency Requirements and Electrification. By Chris Bzdok Last November the Michigan Legislature passed a suite of clean energy laws intended to transform the generation and distribution of electricity in our state. One of these laws, Public Act 229 of 2023, requires all electric utilities – investor-owned, municipal, and cooperatives – to achieveContinue reading “Michigan Takes Energy Efficiency to the Next Level”
Empowering Change: Navigating Michigan’s Energy Landscape with the MPSC
Celebrating 150 years, the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) has transformed from regulating railroad rates to a diverse spectrum of utility services, including electricity, gas, and telecommunications, monitoring utility spending and introducing rules for faster power restoration, among other responsibilities. Recently under scrutiny for approving Enbridge’s permit to build an underground tunnel for Line 5Continue reading “Empowering Change: Navigating Michigan’s Energy Landscape with the MPSC”
Michigan Legislature Passes Renewable Energy Siting Reform
The State of Michigan has just enacted a suite of clean energy laws intended to transform electric generation in the state over the next 17 years. The goal is for regulated utilities to achieve a portfolio of 100% clean energy resources by 2040.
Outlier Media Interviews Chris About the DTE Electric Rate Increase
Chris Bzdok, attorney at Troposphere Legal, has a lot to say about the DTE Electric Company’s rate increase, approved by the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) on December 1st.
Attorney Holly Hillyer Appointed to State Bar of Michigan’s Access to Justice Policy Committee
Troposphere Legal is pleased to announce that attorney Holly Hillyer has been appointed to the State Bar of Michigan’s Access to Justice Policy Committee, effective October 1, 2023.