The Metro: New safety lab in Auburn Hills will test EV batteries

When relying on clean sources of energy, like the sun and the wind, we need a way to store that...

Michigan aims to tackle clean energy goals in Upper Peninsula

Michigan’s new climate laws require utilities to transition to entirely “clean” electricity sources by 2040. As the state’s Public Service Commission figures...

A new law aims to advance US nuclear power, but some fear it shortchanges safety

It’s been over two years since the Palisades Nuclear Plant on the shores of Lake Michigan closed its doors. But...

The Metro: Michigan homeowners associations can’t stop solar panels under new law

A new state law was passed yesterday that prohibits homeowners associations from banning rooftop solar panels and other energy-saving equipment. ...

DTE Energy is building the region’s largest battery energy storage center at old Trenton coal plant

DTE Energy announced Monday it will build a battery energy storage facility at the recently retired Trenton Channel coal plant.DTE...

Detroit Evening Report: New state agency holds clean energy, EV transition roundtable in Detroit

Officials from a new state office met with stakeholders Tuesday to talk about efforts to prepare workers and businesses for...

The Metro: Detroit company using IRA funds to help low-income households be more energy efficient

The announcement of Michigan Central Station’s reopening on June 6 has many excited about what the location will mean for...

Detroit Evening Report: EPA invests in solar for low-income families; Detroit seeks feedback for oral history project and more

On the latest episode of the Detroit Evening Report, we cover the recent $156 million EPA investment in solar rooftops for...

MichMash: Michigan’s bipartisan support for nuclear power

Nuclear energy is often a contentious topic due to fear of radioactive waste and endangering human health. However, many laud...

Detroit Evening Report: State announces $320K grant opportunity for community solar projects

The Energy Unit of the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE) this week announced new grant opportunities...

Detroit Evening Report: Whitmer announces competition to bring clean energy developments to Michigan

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's administration is launching a nationwide competition to attract companies looking for state funding in clean energy. Subscribe...

MichMash: Whitmer signs bills to reach ambitious clean energy goals by 2040

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed a landmark energy bill package into law last week that sets an ambitious goal for Michigan...