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Posted inIndustry

Line 5’s future is still uncertain. Here’s what to know

by Julia Roeder August 18, 2026August 18, 2026

A refresher on Line 5’s history, and where experts think the legal battle is headed.

Posted inEnergy News Roundup

Energy will be a key question on the ballot in Michigan

by Nicole Pollack, Great Lakes Now August 12, 2026August 12, 2026
Posted inEnergy

Inside the nearly 5-month labor lockout at BP’s Whiting refinery

by WBEZ and Grist August 11, 2026August 11, 2026
Posted inEnergy

No One Owns the Sun

by Staci Lola Drouillard, Great Lakes Now July 23, 2026July 24, 2026
Posted inIndustry

The AI Boom Is Prolonging Indiana’s Fossil Fuel Era, With Hidden Costs for Water

by Circle of Blue July 15, 2026July 15, 2026
Posted inIndustry

It may be almost impossible to make data centers pay their ‘fair share’ of electricity costs

by The Conversation July 8, 2026July 8, 2026
Posted inIndustry

On fabled Au Sable River, a fight for soul of Michigan’s holy waters

by Bridge Michigan July 7, 2026July 9, 2026
Posted inWind

As affordability issues surge, is it finally time for offshore wind?

by Stephen Starr, Great Lakes Now April 30, 2026May 4, 2026
Posted inIndustry

Which Great Lakes states are advancing balcony solar?

by Canary Media April 10, 2026April 10, 2026
Posted inEnergy, Industry, Latest News, Michigan

Residents across Michigan unite for solar discounts

by Planet Detroit April 9, 2026April 9, 2026

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    After failed trade negotiations, U.S. Pres. Trump threatened to rename one of the Great Lakes. On Thursday, he signed an executive order.
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    Utilities nationwide have seen supply challenges due to domestic constraints and the ongoing Iran War.

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