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Consumers Energy Moves To Build Natural Gas Power Plant In Genesee County

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Consumers Energy has taken the next major step for its new natural gas plant in Genesee County, filing for approval of a certificate of necessity with the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC). An economic impact study for the Thetford project listed numerous benefits for Michigan, the regional I-75 corridor and Genesee County.

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Household Energy Usage Increases Due to Pandemic, Energy Mortgages May Help

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According to a Freddie Mac report, household electrical usage in late March was 22% higher than the same time last year. Some local utility companies in states such as California, Michigan and New York have asked consumers to moderate electricity usage as a result of this increased demand. cbroderick. Thu, 09/10/2020 - 10:00.

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Cover Story: 2014 Business Facilities Rankings Report

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Not surprisingly, the traditional Northern auto centers (Michigan, Ohio, Indiana) continue to rule the roost as supply chain Jobs Leaders. million) to buy equipment that will be housed on campus to train students in robotics, electrical and other high-tech skills required in manufacturing. power by 2030. automotive industry.

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Business Facilities’ 15th Annual Rankings: State Rankings Report

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A state may have the largest installed capacity of a certain type of renewable energy, but that state won’t meet its renewable energy portfolio standard’s goal if only 10 percent of its electricity is generated from renewables. Bill Lee has cited TN’s business-friendly environment in several recent project announcements.

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State by State Incentives Guide

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If applying for a transferable credit certificate, no more than half the credit may be applied in a single calendar year. Equipment or transmission lines used directly in producing or transmitting electrical power, but not including distribution. Machinery or equipment used in research and development.

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Construction Jobsite Safety: Strategies and Resources for Worker Well-Being

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Falls, alone, account for up to 70% of construction-related injuries and deaths, according to Dr. Dong Zhao of Michigan State University, who has been analyzing BLS data to determine why construction accidents keep happening and to discover or refine preventive measures. Best Practices for Safe Scaffolding on the Jobsite [VIDEO].

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GSA, LEED, USGBC, and Politics

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LEED Certification, and LEED in general has been a GREAT marketing tool. GSA is ahead of schedule in reducing its potable water and electricity use. Green Building Certification Institute. Byrne Electrical Specialists. JMPE Electrical Engineering. Schneider-Electric. That said, should LEED be a requirement?