ENERGY

Town Halls on power outages

Young people tell the BBC what help they hope will be announced in the Spring Budget on Wednesday.

Heidi is one of many students who say the rising cost of living is affecting their studies.

You can take steps to stay warm and comfortable while keeping those bills low.

The actor tells Newsbeat about playing the notorious fictional killer who's now moved to London.

Business and property owners can learn more details and have questions about A2 Area Commercial Solar Program answered during a Zoom webinar from noon to 1 p.m. on Feb. 28.

The comments, from Lombard Odier's head of sustainability research, were made during a discussion at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.

Vice President Kamala Harris is expected to stop by Ann Arbor on Thursday for a climate change event, the White House said.

The past year saw major governments around the world green lighting ambitious renewable energy policies

The past year saw major governments around the world green lighting ambitious renewable energy policies.

Researchers have overcome a major barrier to achieving low-carbon nuclear fusion.

Scientists Tuesday are expected to announce a major advance in the long-running quest to harness fusion, the energy that powers the sun and stars. Watch live here.

Meteorologist Paul Gross is looking at simple ways you can keep your home warm and comfortable this winter season for less.

The international non-profit organization recognized Ann Arbor as one of 122 cities and countries worldwide taking progressive steps toward tackling climate change.

A $30.5 million rate increase was approved for DTE Electric on Friday, a hike set to take effect on Nov. 25.

The U.S. Department of Energy estimates that cooking alone generally accounts for about 5% of total home energy use, and this figure doesn’t include the energy costs associated with refrigeration, hot water heating and dishwashing.

Ann Arborites have approved a new millage that will boost sustainable and clean energy initiatives over the next 20 years.

A Detroit-based photographer travels all across the nation, capturing people’s auras with vintage and modern technology.

You can take steps to stay warm and comfortable while keeping those bills low.

The real scary gremlins are energy vampires that suck juice from appliances and or other devices costing American households an average of $100 a year on their energy bills.

On Thursday, Oct. 6, the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, Air Quality Division initiated an escalated enforcement action for air quality violations at Graphic Packaging in Kalamazoo. During a recent unannounced inspection and stack testing event in July, several air quality violations were observed, Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy said. Graphic Packaging International in Kalamazoo on Oct. 6, the day the state announced an escalated enforcement action against the facility. This is the second escalated enforcement action against the company’s Kalamazoo facility. Graphic Packaging makes paper-based packaging for a variety of products including cups, cartons, boxes, and other food containers.

The Investing Club holds its "Morning Meeting" every weekday at 10:20 a.m. ET.

Head over to Liberty Plaza on Sunday to learn more about the initiative to establish a municipal utility.

Below are some simple steps to help you manage your energy use and save.

Below are some simple steps to help you manage your energy use and save.

Ann Arbor City Council has approved a study that will examine the feasibility of a municipal utility.

More than 260,000 DTE Energy customers were without power on Tuesday morning, a day after severe storms knocked down trees and power lines across the area on Monday afternoon and evening.

More than 260,000 DTE Energy customers were without power on Tuesday morning, a day after severe storms knocked down trees and power lines across the area on Monday afternoon and evening.

Michigan's governor is lifting some rules on fuel supply transportation in response to an Indiana oil refinery fire that could affect supply and prices in some Midwestern states.

With investment from Yankee slugger A-Rod and a former Wal-Mart president, among others, Focused Energy is a fusion startup stacked with industry veterans.

The City of Ann Arbor received a $1.38 million MI Clean Water grant for projects to upgrade the city’s drinking water system.

Time will tell if the trend will continue.

Nuclear leaders from around the globe gathered at the United Nations on Tuesday to discuss safety.

FLINT, MI -- City, Genesee County and state of Michigan agencies are responding to a significant oil spill in the Flint River. “It sounds like a significant spill.”EGLE officials described the spilled material as oil-based and dark black with a petroleum smell that looks similar to motor oil. The EGLE officials had they did not know if the potential source of the spill is located in the city of Flint. Sean McBrearty, coordinator of the Oil & Water Don’t Mix campaign to shut down Line 5, told MLive-The Flint Journal that Wednesday’s spill should serve as a warning. “No oil spill has ever been fully cleaned up.”An estimated 5,300 gallons of gear oil spilled at the Algoma Steel mill in Sault Ste.

Though more costly energy bills are almost inevitable during the summer months, there are still ways to keep those costs down some, experts say.

The city of Ann Arbor's community solar program has hit a milestone.

A coal-powered passenger steamship on Lake Michigan that’s the last of its kind in the U.S. will stop using coal to fuel its historic engines once its operators settle on an alternate power source.

Make energy efficiency part of your spring-cleaning routine. These tips can help you cut down on your energy costs and save money:

Share your thoughts with the city about creating a Sustainable Energy Utility.

Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm will pay a visit to Michigan this week, where she served as governor for years, to “support American manufacturing” and promote clean energy initiatives and legislation.

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy have reported that Michiganders’ recycling rate is up 35.4%.

A new bill introduced in Lansing is looking to hold power companies accountable when the power goes out.

Few political footballs get thrown around with the wild abandon of gas prices.

It’s comforting to know that, when you turn on your stove to cook or flick on your bathroom’s light switch in the middle of the night, your home’s appliances are ready to provide the electricity you need.

Gasoline prices are rising sharply in Michigan and throughout the U.S. due to rising oil costs caused by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

The war in Ukraine has reached its seventh day after Russia invaded the former Soviet nation last week and, as expected, the fighting has impacted energy supplies and costs around the world.

President Joe Biden is warning that gasoline prices could rise for U.S. consumers if Russia chooses to invade Ukraine, as officials warn is likely to happen and soon.

There’s no reason to go without power, especially in the coldest months of Michigan’s winters, and anybody who truly needs help, gets help.

More than $1.1 million in grants have been awarded to 17 coastal management projects and programs in Michigan.

State environmental regulators recently extended the public comment period for the draft climate plan to give people more time to take in the extensive document. Officials at the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy released the proposed climate action plan last month, which is meant to outline how to decarbonize the state’s economy. Gretchen Whitmer set a goal to make Michigan carbon neutral by 2050, and since then, state workers and the Council on Climate Solutions developed the draft MI Healthy Climate Plan. State officials said the new deadline for public comments on the draft plan will be March 14. Registration for the online videoconference events can be found at www.michigan.gov/climate, where the full draft plan can be downloaded.

Faster adoption of renewables and expanded use of nuclear power would bolster the continent’s security and help the climate, too.

Program coursework explores topics including sustainability, transportation, environmental justice, circular economy, local food and water and energy efficiency.

The average U.S. price of regular-grade gasoline dropped by 6 cents over the past two weeks to $3.41 per gallon.

2022 will be a key year for Michigan’s energy and climate future -- and we now have a peek into what could be the path forward. A look at some of the key points.

Following severe winds that caused tens of thousands of power outages across Michigan Saturday, utility company Consumers Energy says power should be restored to most by the end of Monday.

Widespread power outages caused by intense winds have prompted DTE Energy to call in hundreds of out-of-state crews to help restore power to Southeastern Michigan residents.

Factorial Energy signs a joint development agreement with high-voltage traction solid-battery technology.

Tree Town joins a list of cities around the world recognized for their ambitious climate leadership and transparency with environmental action.

There may not be snow on the ground (yet), but given the temps the past few days, winter has certainly arrived in Metro Detroit.

DTE Energy on Thursday announced a plan to invest billions of dollars into Michigan’s electric grid following a summer of continuous power outages across Southeast Michigan.

The project’s goal is to provide 25 Detroit homes in the Jefferson Chalmers neighborhood with solar panel installation, upkeep and education.

The operator of a Michigan oil pipeline says it temporarily shut down Line 5 after protesters warned Enbridge that they planned to turn an emergency valve.

The city of Ann Arbor is launching a pilot program to help older adults better age in place in their homes.

Surging prices aren’t a result of anti-carbon policies so much as the outcome of a battered global economy on a bumpy road to recovery.

The air sampling program is currently underway and gathering both short-term and long-term air quality data, EGLE said. Meanwhile, the city of Kalamazoo is being forced to revisit a previously approved tax abatement for a massive expansion that is underway at Graphic Packaging’s Kalamazoo facility. The city commission previously approved a tax abatement for 12 years, and added contingencies for the tax abatement to be extended for that full term based on progress toward odor reduction. Now, after discussion of the issue at the the Sept. 7 Kalamazoo City Commission meeting, the city commission will consider a shorter, 5-year tax abatement for GPI at its 7 p.m. meting Monday, Sept. 20. The city commission set a public hearing on the updated proposed tax abatement at the regular, virtual meeting.

Friday is the first Ozone Action Day of 2021 in southeast Michigan. Elevated levels of ozone could cause problems for children, senior citizens and people with asthma.

HOWELL, MI -- A medical sterilizing facility in Howell had unsafe levels of a carcinogenic gas emissions, the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy said Thursday. Officials found elevated concentrations of ethylene oxide gas at Centurion Medical Products, a facility located at 301 Catrell Drive and owned by Medline Industries, Inc., the state said in an April 22 news release. The gas is used to sterilize equipment used in the healthcare industry, but is also considered a human carcinogen by the Environmental Protection Agency. At very high levels in the air, the gas can cause immediate health effects like headaches, dizziness, nausea, fatigue and respiratory irritation. A public meeting may also be scheduled in May through the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and the Livingston County Health Department to inform residents in the area.

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The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy has declared Monday July 15th to be an action day for elevated levels of ozone. An air quality alert is in effect for Monroe County and surrounding areas. Here is the forecast:Air Quality AlertSt. Clair-Oakland-Macomb-Washtenaw-Wayne-Lenawee-Monroe- Including the cities of Port Huron, Pontiac, Warren, Ann Arbor, Detroit, Adrian, and Monroe 347 AM EDT Mon Jul 15 2019 ...Air Quality Alert in effect for Monday July 15th... The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy has declared Monday July 15th to be an action day for elevated levels of ozone. For further information, please see the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy page at http://www.deqmiair.org

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (MGLE) has issued the first Air Quality Alert - or Ozone Action Day - for Monroe County this season. That is due, in part, to the actions that residents take on Ozone Action days, giving credence to one of SEMCOG's key messages - that individual actions taken by many can make a difference. The following tips are suggested to help keep the air clean through the Air Quality Alert:Delay mowing your lawn until evening or the next day. The action day is in effect for the following Michigan counties: St. Clair, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, Wayne, Lenawee and Monroe. These activities include refueling vehicles or topping off when refueling, using gasoline-powered lawn equipment and using charcoal lighter fluid.