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.
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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.
Michigan Passes Landmark Renewable and Clean Energy Law: Part 1 | New renewable energy standards
This fall the Michigan Legislature passed a suite of clean energy bills that the Governor recently signed into law. The new laws are intended to transform electric generation in the state over the next 17 years.