DTE’s “gold plating” is charging customers for unnecessary upgrades, critics say.
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Meet the Black woman leading Detroit’s clean energy charge
At first, Deana Neely hesitated to disclose Detroit Voltage’s status as a Black woman-owned business in a white male-dominated industry. Then, she realized the power in embracing identity.
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EGLE pressured to prioritize public input in decision-making
Rep Tlaib says public comment needs to influence EGLE decision-making, not be ‘performative.’
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Who are today’s climate activists? Dispelling 3 big myths for Earth Month
It’s easy to get caught up in the myths about climate activism, particularly in today’s polarized political environment. So, let’s take a moment to explore the truth about three of the big myths being told about climate activism and the climate movement today.
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‘Absurd’: Michigan AG Nessel intervenes as DTE seeks another rate hike
DTE seeks an additional $450 million annually. The request comes on the heels of a $368 million rate increase approved in December.
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‘Too many questions’: Hazmat proposal raises bridge safety concerns
Industry touts safety benefits as residents voice concerns over a proposal to allow hazardous materials on the Ambassador Bridge.
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‘Hiding donors’: Attorney says Michigan anti-renewable ballot effort may have broken campaign finance law
Attorney says dark money donation similar to ‘Unlock Michigan’ charges.
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With its new tailpipe rules, the EPA eyes an electric future
Should the new regulation survive inevitable legal challenges, it will prevent more than 7 billion metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions over the next 30 years, according to the EPA.
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Metro Detroit science teachers bring climate into the classroom
Connecting students’ experience of local disasters and personal solutions underpins climate education.
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Preserving Metro Detroit’s Arab culture and identity through a garden and a seed swap
The Arab American National Museum’s rooftop garden, cultivates Arab crops and educates on sustainable gardening and environmental care.