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Petoskey City Council approves renewable energy plan

The Petoskey City Council unanimously approved a city-wide energy plan on Monday. It sets a goal of 100% renewable energy city-wide by 2035.The plan is to…

Michigan Environment

Wind generation picking up in Michigan despite some local opposition

Lester Graham

Wind energy became popular because it can reduce the need for polluting coal and gas generated electricity. But, things are shifting now. “The primary...

Emil Ureel was inspired by a pressure gauge to build his first Synergine.

Michigan Business & Economy

How building an outdoor ice rink led to a new way to produce cheap, clean power

Stateside Staff

The Next Idea So many innovative ideas begin with inventors observing simple events. Take Newton’s falling apple, for example, or Archimedes’...

Michigan Business & Economy

How schools of fish inspired scientists to harness underwater power

Michael Bernitsas

The Next Idea Earth’s water is a natural medium for collecting energy, taking in about 97% of what we receive from the sun. After reflection and...

The new legislation would mandate 15% of Michigan's electricity come from renewable sources.

Michigan Business & Economy

Complex energy package would address renewables, regulations and reliability

Stateside Staff

Last week, amid the frenzy that followed the presidential election, the Michigan Senate passed a pair of bills that would mean a dramatic overhaul of...

Michigan Environment

For Michigan family living off the grid, it's "not about the sacrifice, it's about paying attention"

Stateside Staff

Living off the grid can be a lot of work, but Joe and Shelly Trumpey and their two daughters have managed it for years. Their home is near Grass Lake...