A common argument from wind turbine opponents is that wind farms will significantly increase our electric bills. Renewable energy critics might have to retool their talking points in light of a recent state report on the implementation of the state’s 2008 renewable energy mandates.
We recently attended a Lorman Online Training Seminar on this topic in order to keep our employees educated on the latest issues and policies pertaining to Civil Engineering. Cities, states and the EPA are placing new emphasis on storm water discharges from industrial facilities, construction sites and municipalities. They are conducting storm water pollution prevention…
BEECHER, Michigan — A local church has signed on to the Beecher Solar City project, with plans to install solar panels on its gym this spring. New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church, 1035 E. Carpenter Road, and King’s Karate, 5339 N. Saginaw Road, will be be the first buildings to install the panels. Several solar energy…
A company that develops solar-power technology near Albion plans to create nearly 200 jobs in the next five years, following approval of a state tax credit this week. Patriot Solar Group President and CEO Jeff Mathie said the time frame could accelerate and the number of jobs could double if it wins a Detroit Edison…
Michigan farmers may be eligible for low-interest loans to pay for energy efficiency and renewable energy projects. The Department of Energy, Labor & Economic Growth announced Tuesday that farmers who go through the Michigan Farm Energy Audit Program may be eligible for loans up to $150,000 to pay for recommended improvements.
GOLDEN, Colo. — The west-facing windows by Jim Duffield’s desk started automatically tinting blue at 2:50 p.m. on a recent Friday as the midwinter sun settled low over the Rocky Mountain foothills. Around his plant-strewn work cubicle, low whirring air sounds emanated from speakers in the floor, meant to mimic the whoosh of conventional heating…
At a recent Rogue River Watershed Council meeting, invited guest Rockford City Manager Michael Young let it be known that Rockford had been extremely fortunate in again receiving a DNR trust fund grant to complete the final phase (III) of the Rogue River Nature Trail. Envisioned by City planners some 20 years ago, the Rogue…
MILLINGTON — Carolyn Neuffer has been enamored with the Chevy Volt from the moment she saw it at last month’s North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Monday, she became the first person in Michigan to buy a Volt from a Michigan dealer. Getting the car wasn’t easy, said Mark Prokopenko, general manager of McDonald…
Close to 2,500 businesses and nonprofits around the state received rebates from Consumers Energy last year after making investments that made their facilities more energy efficient. In Jackson County, 76 customers received money back for spending on 120 projects. They included the county’s largest public school district and largest employer.
Breakout Sessions: Let It Be Heard: Marketing & Advertising in a Social Media Society with Andy Sietsema (Sietsema Orchards); Emily Loeks (Celebration! Cinema); Matt Hollebeer (Life Story Funeral Home); and Jen Crowley, moderator (The Highland Group) Bringing Them Back: Using Customer Service to “Create Raving Fans” with Chris Lampen-Crowell (Gazelle Sports) Making Green: Using Sustainable…
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