Wind power: Michigan ranks 16th among U.S. states with 1,163 megawatts of installed wind power, enough to power more than 300,000 average Michigan homes. The state has the potential for more than 59,000 megawatts of wind energy generation — more than 1.6 times the state’s current energy needs. That capacity is the 18th best wind … Continue reading Michigan has the potential for more than 59,000 megawatts of wind energy generation
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DTE Energy’s Echo Wind Farm begins commercial operation
DTE Energy’s Echo Wind Farm has reached commercial operation and company officials celebrated its dedication today in the shadow of one of 70 wind turbines in the park. The Echo Wind Farm in Huron County adds another 112 megawatts (MW) to DTE Energy’s renewable energy portfolio, or enough to power 52,000 homes. The wind farm, … Continue reading DTE Energy’s Echo Wind Farm begins commercial operation
Continue readingMichigan’s wind energy industry soaring
“Wind energy has been the primary source of new renewable energy in Michigan,” John Quackenbush, the chairman of the Michigan Public Service Commission said Friday as he addressed green energy proponents at the Michigan Energy Fair in Mason. One reason: It’s about half as expensive to produce than utility companies initially expected, down to as … Continue reading Michigan’s wind energy industry soaring
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Michigan’s wind energy industry soaring
The shift to renewable energy sources in Michigan — particularly wind — has picked up in the past few years and could get more of a boost as the Obama administration seeks a 30% reduction in carbon dioxide emissions by 2030, advocates and utility companies say. “Wind energy has been the primary source of new … Continue reading Michigan’s wind energy industry soaring
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DTE Energy acquires wind farm
DTE Energy (NYSE: DTE) has purchased one of two Pheasant Run wind parks from a NextEra Energy Resources LLC. (NYSE: NEE) subsidiary. The 75-MW Pheasant Run II wind park in Huron County, Michigan will be renamed the Brookfield Wind Park. The wind farm entered operation earlier this year, however, it will shut down for less … Continue reading DTE Energy acquires wind farm
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Michigan triples wind power capacity
The head of the American Wind Energy Association will speak at Aquinas. Michigan is “a wonderful case study” of many of the challenges and opportunities facing wind-generated electricity throughout the U.S., according to Tom Kiernan. Kiernan, CEO of the American Wind Energy Association — the leading group representing commercial wind generation supporters and businesses in … Continue reading Michigan triples wind power capacity
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Groundbreaking held today for Cross Winds Energy Plant
Consumers Energy, its contractors, Tuscola County-area landowners and local government officials held a groundbreaking event today to officially start construction of the company’s second wind park, the Cross Winds® Energy Park. “Renewable energy will continue to be a vital part of our Balanced Energy Initiative, providing Michigan residents with the energy they need, whenever they … Continue reading Groundbreaking held today for Cross Winds Energy Plant
Continue readingConsumers Energy breaks ground on $255M wind farm
The Cross Winds Energy plant will be a 105-megawatt wind farm with 62 wind turbines. It’s expected to open in late 2014 and create about 150 construction jobs. Consumers Energy has broken ground on a $255 million wind power project in Michigan that will expand the company’s renewable energy options. The unit of Jackson-based CMS … Continue reading Consumers Energy breaks ground on $255M wind farm
Continue readingWith wind energy development picking up in Michigan, leaders to summit to discuss economic benefits to the state
Wind industry executives, investors to join lawmakers at AWEA’s Wind Energy Forum November 1, 2013 East Lansing, MI – The following event is open to coverage by accredited journalists for news media outlets: What: AWEA State Energy Forum – Michigan Who: Business, political and community leaders, including Budget Chairman Rep. Dave Camp, Sen. Debbie Stabenow … Continue reading With wind energy development picking up in Michigan, leaders to summit to discuss economic benefits to the state
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Independent grid operator study confirms wind power’s economic, environmental value
New research released by an independent grid operator confirms that wind energy is drastically decreasing both the price of electricity and emissions of harmful pollutants. The study was led by PJM, the independent grid operator for all or parts of 13 Mid-Atlantic and Great Lakes states (Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, North … Continue reading Independent grid operator study confirms wind power’s economic, environmental value
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Wind turbines begin operation at DTE Energy's Echo wind farm
The first 13 wind turbines at DTE Energy's (NYSE: DTE) Echo Wind Park have been commissioned, with the entire facility set to begin commercial operation by the end of November. write essays for money The 70-turbine Echo Wind Park in Huron County will be operational by the end of 2013 and add another 112 megawatts (MW) … Continue reading Wind turbines begin operation at DTE Energy's Echo wind farm
Continue readingMichigan's new tourist attraction? Wind turbines
With nearly 900 commercial wind turbines dotting Michigan, especially in the Thumb where the wind is strongest and most consistent, a scenic drive can turn into a jaw-dropping experience. The Thumb alone has 618 wind turbines already operating or scheduled to go into service by next year.
Continue readingConsumers Energy to begin 105 MW Michigan wind energy project
Consumers Energy says it plans to begin construction this year on a $255 million wind power project in Michigan that will expand the company’s renewable energy options. Consumers Energy which announced plans to begin construction of a $255 million 105MW wind power project using GE’s new 1.7MW wind turbine. The unit of Jackson-based CMS Energy … Continue reading Consumers Energy to begin 105 MW Michigan wind energy project
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Nordex supplying 45.6 MW to Michigan wind farm
Nordex USA, Inc. will be supplying 19 wind turbines to Exelon Wind, LLC for the next phase of the Beebe Community Wind Project in Gratiot County, Michigan. The first phase, which was completed in December 2012, features 34 of Nordex’ N117/2400 turbines and was the first major project worldwide to use the machines, specifically designed … Continue reading Nordex supplying 45.6 MW to Michigan wind farm
Continue readingMichigan utility buys 62 wind turbines from GE
Michigan power company Consumers Energy agreed to buy 62 of General Electric Co’s 1.7-megawatt (MW) wind turbines for its Cross Winds wind farm in Tuscola County in east central Michigan. Consumers, a unit of U.S. power company CMS Energy Inc said a release the 105.4-MW Cross Winds is scheduled for operation in late 2014. Consumers … Continue reading Michigan utility buys 62 wind turbines from GE
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NextEra Energy Resources Selects GE
GE (NYSE: GE) introduced the 1.7-100brilliant wind turbine, the world’s most efficient wind turbine in its class. GE will supply 59 of its new turbines, which will have a hub height of 80 meters, to NextEra Energy Resources, LLC’s wind farm, planned for the thumb region of Michigan. The 1.7-100 machine is the second brilliant … Continue reading NextEra Energy Resources Selects GE
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2 wind energy parks open across Michigan
Michigan’s two largest utilities opened sprawling wind energy parks in the last month that will play a crucial role in helping the companies meet the state’s renewable energy requirements. Detroit-based DTE Energy opened a 110-megawatt wind park in Michigan’s Thumb on Friday, while Jackson-based Consumers Energy opened a 100-megawatt wind park south of Ludington on … Continue reading 2 wind energy parks open across Michigan
Continue readingMassive wind farm project will create electricity for two countries
The deal reportedly would see the installation of up to 500 wind turbines near the town of La Rumorosa in a region recognised as having one of the best wind resource areas in North America.
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