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5 days ago
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West Michigan based ESPEC North America, Inc. Joins Consumers Energy's Renewable Energy Program
JACKSON, Mich., June 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Consumers Energy and ESPEC North America, Inc. announced a partnership to power the West Michigan based environmental and reliability testing equipment manufacturing company with clean energy and bring new renewable energy into Michigan's electric grid. Under Consumers Energy's Renewable Energy Program, major electricity accounts at ESPEC North America will source renewable energy from new Consumers Energy Michigan-based wind and solar projects beginning in 2028. ESPEC North America can also claim the Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) tied to the projects, further reducing the company's carbon footprint and advancing its commitment that innovation and environmental responsibility must go hand in hand. "We commend ESPEC North America for making the commitment to match 100% of the energy it uses with renewable energy from Consumers Energy," said Lauren Snyder, Consumers Energy's senior vice president, chief customer and growth officer. "Together, we're making a meaningful impact in adding flexible generation sources to Michigan's grid while fostering economic growth and creating jobs." Joining the Renewable Energy Program, ESPEC North America says is essential not only for protecting our planet for future generations but also for ensuring the long-term sustainability of the industries it serves, helping the company strengthen its ability to innovate responsibly, reduce its environmental footprint, and align with the global Environmental Vision 2050 of its parent company, ESPEC Corp. "At ESPEC North America, we are committed to doing our part to advance environmental sustainability through meaningful action. We are unique in our contribution to the global clean energy push as we have numerous partners whom we serve in their endeavors to develop new and innovative renewable energy solutions," said Luke Polega, President, ESPEC North America. "Partnering with Consumers Energy allows us to invest in some of those solutions and begin to see results that have a real impact on our environment." In total, the over 50 businesses that Consumers Energy serves have committed to over 700 megawatts of emission-free renewable energy supporting their sustainability goals. That's enough generation to power approximately 84,000 homes each year and equivalent to removing greenhouse gas emissions produced from over 190,500 cars on the road annually from the environment, according to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency calculations. ESPEC North America joins notable Michigan program participants, including General Motors, Interlochen Center for the Arts, and the cities of Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo, among others, in accelerating the development of green energy infrastructure. Consumers Energy's Renewable Energy Program offers a local, cost-effective, flexible, and turnkey solution for businesses looking to align with sustainability goals while supporting the planet for future generations. Enrollment not only advances greening Michigan's grid but also supports Michigan jobs created through building and operating renewable energy projects. Learn more by contacting RenewableProgram@ Consumers Energy is Michigan's largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state's 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. For more information about Consumers Energy, go to out Consumers Energy on Social Media Facebook: Instagram: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Consumers Energy Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
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24-04-2025
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Consumers Energy Honors Earth Month with Appliance Recycling Rebates, Events
Neighbors can reduce their carbon footprint and save on the cost of energy bills by recycling old appliances JACKSON, Mich., April 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Spring cleaning just got sweeter! Throughout the month of April, Consumers Energy is upping its commitment to a greener Michigan by offering its electric customers an opportunity to save extra on their energy bills while protecting the planet. For a limited time this April, qualifying electric customers can get an additional $20 rebate on top of the existing $50 incentive for recycling a refrigerator or freezer and can get $15 for recycling smaller appliances like AC units, dehumidifiers and compact refrigerators/freezers. As part of Consumers Energy's year-round appliance recycling program, any electric customer can recycle their empty appliances in working order. The special $70 refrigerator/freezer promotion runs through April 30. "This is just one of the many ways you can Count on Us to help you save money," said Lauren Snyder, Consumers Energy's vice president of customer experience. "By taking this simple step – out with the old and in with the new, you can take control of your bill and increase savings for you and your family in both the short and long term." Old refrigerators use three times the energy of newer ones. Neighbors can save up to $150 a year on their bills according to by taking advantage of the program. Since establishing its appliance recycling program in 2009 over 330,000 large appliances have been recycled. With Consumers Energy's Earth Month promotion, we'll pick up your working appliance for free, help you save energy, and make spring cleaning a breeze. "It was very easy to schedule my appointment, and the appliance pickup was completely painless," one customer said. Customers wanting to schedule an appliance pick up can call 866-234-0445. Consumers Energy is also offering 10 upcoming appliance recycling events now through September in areas across the state. For a full list of upcoming appliance recycling opportunities, visit In addition to is Appliance Recycling program, Consumers Energy provides customers with the power to reduce energy waste and lower bills through other energy efficiency and demand response programs like the Smart Thermostat program, Home Energy Analysis, and Water Heater rebates. To find out what other programs or rebates you may qualify for, visit Consumers Energy is Michigan's largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state's 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7. For more information about Consumers Energy, go to Check out Consumers Energy on Social Media Facebook: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Consumers Energy Sign in to access your portfolio
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23-04-2025
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Consumers Energy Debuts All-Electric Bucket Truck, Serving Customers with Zero-Emissions Vehicle
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., April 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Showing that electric vehicles come in all shapes and sizes to meet people's needs, Consumers Energy is now serving customers with the company's first all-electric bucket truck. The truck will perform work in Grand Rapids to provide customers with reliable energy, and it represents yet another step in Consumers Energy's commitment to powering Michigan's EV transformation. "We continue to see more EVs take to the road in Michigan, and it's interesting to see how they arrive in different forms, from heavy-duty vehicles to school buses, to meet all sorts of needs," said Lauren Snyder, Consumers Energy's vice president of customer experience. "We want to provide an example to our customers who are making their own choices about buying EVs." VIDEO: See Consumers Energy's all-electric bucket truck The new bucket truck will soon be hitting the road in Grand Rapids and will be staffed by a specially trained team. Built by International Motors and equipped with an Altec boom, the truck is powered by a fast charger at Consumers Energy's Grand Rapids service center and can travel up to 135 miles when fully charged. Chris Laird, Consumers Energy's vice president of electric operations, said he's excited to see the bucket truck improve electric service to customers. The company's Reliability Roadmap is a plan to reduce the number and length of power outages. "We're excited to see this vehicle help our customers who count on us for reliable, dependable energy," Laird said. "Our traditional mission to serve customers isn't changing, but we are changing the way we do that work. In this case, that means powering a durable vehicle with zero-emissions energy." Consumers Energy provides solutions that support Michigan's EV drivers, including rebates for home and public charging through its PowerMIDrive program and a companion program, PowerMIFleet, that helps businesses electrify their fleets. Consumers Energy is Michigan's largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state's 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. For more information about Consumers Energy, go to Check out Consumers Energy on Social Media Facebook: Instagram: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Consumers Energy
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17-04-2025
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Consumers Energy Delivers Over $1 Million in Rebates, Cost Savings for Grand Rapids Public Schools
Lighting projects, cooling system upgrades highlight energy efficiency efforts in 39 district buildings GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., April 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Consumers Energy is proud to partner with Grand Rapids Public Schools to empower one of the state's largest school districts to save money through Consumers Energy's energy efficiency programs. Consumers Energy is helping the district avoid nearly 5.2 million future kilowatt hours (kWh) of energy usage annually, which equates to over $500,000 a year in projected savings on the district's energy bill. The savings were achieved over a two-year period through electrical upgrades of lighting, cooling system, and HVAC systems and other improvements at 39 district buildings. Among the highlights of the work were a nearly $200,000 Consumers Energy rebate awarded to the district for new electrical equipment and other upgrades as part of the Innovation High School campus renovation, and nearly $30,000 for making energy efficient lighting updates at Alger Middle School. "The money we're investing back to GRPS schools supports building operations and improvements to the district's learning environment," said Lauren Snyder, Consumers Energy's vice president of customer experience. "We are committed to doing our part to educate and empower the district through our energy efficiency programs to help all Michiganders save energy and save money." "Partnering with Consumers Energy to reduce our energy usage helps us minimize our environmental impact and lower costs, allowing our district to invest more in our scholars, families, and staff," said Dr. Leadriane Roby, superintendent of schools for Grand Rapids Public Schools. Consumers Energy provides customers with the power to reduce energy waste and lower bills through energy efficiency and demand response programs like the Smart Thermostat program, Home Energy Analysis, Appliance Recycling and Water Heater rebates. And in conjunction with the company's Clean Energy Plan, which uses natural gas as a fuel source to generate baseload power, Consumers Energy's plan creates price stability and will save about $600 million through 2040. To find out what programs or rebates you may qualify for, visit Consumers Energy is Michigan's largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state's 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7. For more information about Consumers Energy, go to Check out Consumers Energy on Social Media Facebook: Instagram: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Consumers Energy
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20-03-2025
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Go Green! Consumers Energy Expands Residential Renewable Energy Options for All Michiganders
Income qualified customers can now join other residential andbusiness customers in participating in Michigan's clean energy future JACKSON, Mich., March 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Consumers Energy today announced two major milestones in its commitment to renewable energy. Michigan's largest energy provider is expanding its renewable offerings with the launch of "Green Giving", a one-of-a-kind program that allows everyone to contribute to our renewable energy future. "Green Giving" saves low-income customers money and provides access to the financial and environmental benefits from renewable energy projects with the help of community sponsored dollars. It means that regardless of income or location, customers can count on Consumers Energy and each other to be part of our clean energy future. Here's how it will work: Consumers Energy builds renewable resources – large scale wind or solar projects. The company utilizes sponsored dollars from those wanting to help fund low-income customer subscriptions tied to our projects. Consumers Energy, alongside our community-based organization agency partners, enrolls eligible customers to subscribe to renewable resources. Those resources then generate clean electricity, which is sold back into the grid. Then, the value we receive from renewable energy sales, gets passed along to those customers enrolled in "Green Giving" through a direct line-item credit on their bills of $10-$20/month. "Green Giving is a game-changer! We're thrilled to empower our most vulnerable customers with access to clean energy and cost savings. Together, we're making Michigan's renewable energy future brighter for everyone," said Lauren Snyder, Consumers Energy's vice president of customer experience. Whether you're a homeowner or a renter, anyone with income of 200% or lower of the federal poverty level who has already been deemed eligible for other qualifying Consumers Energy programs will be enrolled or will have the opportunity to enroll. In addition to this new option for low-income residents, Consumers Energy, today also announced its new cost-effective option for residential customers of any income level wanting to help protect the planet. Consumers Energy's robust and economical Residential Renewable Energy Program, now available to homeowners, allows customers to choose their commitment level. Utilizing our user-friendly website tool, customers can elect how much renewable energy they'd like to subscribe to based on the amount they elect to pay each month. Consumers Energy then determines credits in return, based on renewable energy generated and sold back into the grid. The new Residential Renewable Energy Program follows the successful launch of our Solar Gardens program, which this year has peaked in participation since launching in 2016, as Consumers Energy continues to grow interest in renewable energy. The expansion of these two milestone renewable energy offerings are key components in Consumers Energy's Clean Energy Plan announced in 2021, which is the company's commitment to protect the environment for future generations. By 2040, clean, renewable fuel sources will comprise more than 60 percent of our electric capacity. Combining that growth with advances in energy storage and customer energy efficiency will allow Consumers Energy to meet customer needs and ultimately save customers money through a variety of programs like these. Consumers Energy is Michigan's largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state's 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. Consumers Energy's Clean Energy Plan calls for eliminating coal as an energy source in 2025, achieving net-zero carbon emissions and meeting 90% of customers' energy needs through clean sources, including wind and solar. For more information about Consumers Energy, go to Check out Consumers Energy on Social Media Facebook: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Consumers Energy Sign in to access your portfolio
