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Consumers Energy.
public utility in Michigan, United States, that provides natural gas and electricity
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Severe weather caused widespread power outages in West Michigan involving Consumers Energy.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Consumers Energy is seeking an easement over park land in Michigan.Some support1 report
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Utility relocation in Lake City has caused initial delays to a local project.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Consumers Energy operates in Michigan, where it must file annual Reliability Action Plans with the Michigan Public Service Commission.Well supported9 reports2 developments inside
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A Democratic State Senator from Detroit is involved in legislation aimed at improving utility reliability in Michigan.Some support2 reports
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Storms caused widespread power outages in the state of Michigan.Some support2 reports4 developments inside
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The company contributes to Michigan communities, supported by a foundation focused on local infrastructure improvements in the Saginaw area.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A battery plant in Grand Ledge, Michigan, was developed through a GM partnership to manufacture batteries for Toyota and Consumers Energy.Some support1 report
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A service center has been established in Flint to assist residents with utility bill payments for Consumers Energy.Some support2 reports
One to three months ago
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The owner of the J.H. Campbell coal plant was identified.Some support2 reports
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Consumers Energy is seeking approval from the Michigan Public Service Commission for the sale of 13 dams in Maryland.Some support2 reports
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Consultations were held regarding potential data center development and future utility infrastructure use in Ionia County.Some support1 report
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Consumers Energy is providing customer service in the region, affecting locations including Kalamazoo, Jackson, Flint, and Lansing.Some support1 report
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A mobile command center has been deployed in Okemos involving Consumers Energy.Some support1 report
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While monitoring weather in Michigan, NWS confirms a utility is operating, assessing damage near Detroit, and reporting damage in Brighton and Howell.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Power restoration efforts are underway in Lansing following severe storm damage affecting the area.Some support1 report
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Consumers Energy, led by Craig Wright, has proposed a long-term energy plan for Michigan that includes building natural gas plants in Bay and Genesee counties.Some support2 reports
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Severe weather prompts utility mobilization across the state of Michigan.Well supported26 reports13 developments inside
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Severe storms caused power outages in Southeast Michigan, affecting customers of DTE Energy and Consumers Energy.Well supported13 reports5 developments inside
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The expansion plan for the Yolo Bypass now includes the Feather River segment, prompting the Department of Energy to invoke emergency authority and leading to proposals from the Congressional Research Service regarding water system security.Some support1 report
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Michigan state representative Steve Carra criticized utility spending and corporate interests.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A citizen-led ballot initiative targeting utility spending was adopted in Michigan.Some support3 reports
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Consumers Energy is seeking permits for a solar project in Alcona County and Harrisville.Some support1 report
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An initiative has been proposed in Michigan that calls for a ban on political contributions from companies.Well supported5 reports
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Consumers Energy is seeking to sell dams to Confluence Hydro.Some support3 reports
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A grid failure caused by a tree branch and software bug led to service suspension in Michigan.Some support1 report
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The commission appointed by the Governor reviews the plan to sell 13 dams.Some support4 reports1 development inside
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The Michigan Public Service Commission reviews the proposed sale of 13 dams by Consumers Energy, with Governor Whitmer advising rejection.Well supported3 reports
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Consumers Energy is conducting pipeline upgrades to its natural gas system across the region of Southeast Michigan.Some support2 reports
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Consumers Energy is inspecting damage at the Hodenpyl Dam on the Manistee River, leading to flow adjustments and ecosystem concerns.Some support5 reports1 development inside
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Operational requirements regarding siren systems and FERC oversight for facilities near the Manistee River.Some support1 report
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A partnership involving Consumers Energy, a pumped storage plant near Ludington, and state operations centered in Lansing was announced.Some support1 report
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Dana Nessel seeks court relief for a plant closure involving Consumers Energy, which affects regional economic sentiment.Some support1 report
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Utility advises Michigan residents on energy consumption during a heat wave.Some support2 reports
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Consumers Energy is providing essential services to Allegan County.Some support1 report
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A utility facility is located on the Lake Michigan shoreline, owning property in Mason County, while Consumers Energy operates in the state. Salisbury is involved as a senior vice president.Some support1 report
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Consumers Energy upgraded a substation in Allegan County.Some support2 reports
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Storm damage affecting infrastructure in Kalamazoo County, which is served by Consumers Energy.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Crash damaged substation and power poles in Kalamazoo.Some support1 report
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Consumers Energy is identified as Michigan's largest energy provider.Some support4 reports
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A proposed 1.4-gigawatt power plant is under consideration on local land in Washtenaw County, involving Consumers Energy and Lima Township.Some support1 report
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Outages were reported near Jackson in Ingham County, Michigan, involving utility providers.Some support7 reports1 development inside
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Power outages are affecting residents in the Jackson neighborhood, impacting individuals like Edward Beebe and Brian Gaddy's doctor. Consumers Energy operates across the region.Some support1 report
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Dana Nessel's office is tracking utility outage trends for accountability, noting that utilities are regulated by the MPSC.Some support1 report
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Outages affect up to 500,000 customers in Branch County following severe weather advisories issued for the state.Some support3 reports
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Utility work led to power line interference involving Consumers Energy and Robinson.Some support1 report
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CMS Energy announced it is investing in energy storage through business via Consumers Energy.Some support8 reports
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Utility companies, including Teichert, Duke Energy, and Consumers Energy, are facing customer pushback and regulatory scrutiny over proposed major electric rate increases in their service areas.Some support1 report
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Storm impacts stretch from Lake Michigan shoreline, requiring a utility company to prepare for impacts in Lansing and Grand Rapids.Some support1 report
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Consumers Energy prepares crews in Jackson for restoration efforts following severe weather.Some support1 report
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Consumers Energy is serving residents in Genesee and Bay Counties following weather warnings from the National Weather Service.Some support2 reports
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The new event covers power outages in Allegan and Barry County, a semi-truck crash, a UAW strike at American Axle, and political events in Grand Rapids.Some support2 reports
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Foundation supports a workforce cohort in the Jackson area, with Colleen Sullivan speaking on the partnership.Some support1 report
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EightCap, a Mid-Michigan service provider, was awarded a $100,000 grant.Some support1 report
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Energy Vault and Consumers Energy announced a new regional expansion and construction progress on projects.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Energy Vault supplied Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) to Consumers Energy.Some support1 report
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Consumers Energy deployed drones in Northern Michigan for storm recovery following severe weather.Some support1 report
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Lauren Snyder was appointed senior vice president at Consumers Energy, which also announced it provides funds to The Heat and Warmth Fund.Some support4 reports
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A youth series project focused on sustainability, featuring Planet Z: Voices of Youth for a Sustainable Future, received support from Consumers Energy and featured photographer Henry Black.Some support2 reports
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What's reaching Consumers Energy
Events traced to Consumers Energy, step by step, newest first- Strait of Hormuz closure may raise Consumers Energy's costsStrait of Hormuz closure may increase Consumers Energy's operational costsPossible
- Increased visitor traffic may raise demand for Consumers Energy servicesConsumers Energy may face increased demand for natural gas and electricity in Northern MichiganPossible
- Consumers Energy may face strain from Great Lakes warming trendConsumers Energy may face increased operational strain from extreme heat in MichiganLikely
- Higher energy costs may increase Consumers Energy's operational expensesHigher energy costs from the Iran war may increase Consumers Energy's operational expensesPossible
- Consumers Energy could lose political contribution rights if Prop 2 passesConsumers Energy may lose the ability to make political contributions if Prop 2 passes.Possible
- New utility entrants may increase competition for Consumers EnergyIncreased competition from new utility entrants may pressure Consumers Energy's market share and pricing.Possible
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Around Consumers Energy this week
News at the entities that move Consumers Energy most-
Michigan StructuralFederal policy restricts the state of Michigan's ability to use health funds managed by the Department of Health & Human Services.Moves Consumers Energy
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CMS Energy StructuralMorgan Stanley dropped its price target on CMS Energy, while Scotiabank reaffirmed its rating, and Benzinga reported a price target trim.Moves Consumers Energy
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Chris Wright StructuralSecretary Chris Wright announced grid upgrades in Virginia, which will increase electricity supply, with Appalachian Power operating the system.Moves Consumers Energy
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Michigan Public Service Commission StructuralVoters in Ann Arbor are considering replacing DTE Energy as their electricity provider, with rates overseen by the state commission.Moves Consumers Energy
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National Weather Service StructuralThe National Weather Service and National Hurricane Center collaborate on severe weather information sharing and forecasting for Eastern North Carolina.Moves Consumers Energy
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Amtrak StructuralGPP proposed enlarging Penn Station near MSG, involving conflicts between Albany's power, Amtrak's revenue goals, and a corporation empowered by Cuomo for renovation.Moves Consumers Energy
Connections
The 40 strongest of 107, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Michigan Structural
Consumers Energy operates as a regulated public utility within Michigan, subject to state jurisdiction and regulatory oversight.
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CMS Energy Structural
CMS Energy is the principal parent company and owner of Consumers Energy, which functions as its subsidiary and investment vehicle.
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Michigan Public Service Commission Structural
Consumers Energy is subject to mandatory regulatory oversight, review, and approval processes by the Michigan Public Service Commission.
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Lauren Snyder Structural
Lauren Snyder serves as a senior vice president at Consumers Energy.
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Salisbury Structural
Consumers Energy employs Salisbury in the capacity of senior vice president.
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Hodenpyl Dam Operational
Consumers Energy operates and manages the Hodenpyl Dam under a specific federal license, requiring ongoing inspection and operational oversight.
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Amtrak Structural
Amtrak's service operation is functionally dependent on the consistent provision of power and utility services by Consumers Energy.
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Bloomfield Structural
Consumers Energy is responsible for upgrading the natural gas system in Bloomfield.
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Chris Wright Structural
Chris Wright regulates Consumers Energy's plant operations by issuing orders.
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Sterling Heights Transactional
Consumers Energy provided grant funding to Sterling Heights.
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Ingham County Structural
Consumers Energy provides essential utility services to customers within Ingham County, which are subject to service disruptions.
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Mount Clemens Structural
Consumers Energy provides and upgrades the natural gas utility system within the city of Mount Clemens.
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Edward Beebe Transactional
As a service provider, Consumers Energy' operational failure (power outage) directly impacted Edward Beebe.
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Muskegon River Structural
Consumers Energy owns century-old dams located on the Muskegon River.
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National Weather Service Structural
Consumers Energy uses weather warnings issued by the National Weather Service to guide its operational readiness.
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LG Energy Solution Structural
LG Energy Solution supplies batteries to Consumers Energy as part of its supply chain.
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Maryland Structural
Maryland holds a structural ownership stake in Confluence, a subsidiary related to Consumers Energy' operations.
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Branch County Structural
Consumers Energy provides essential utility services to Branch County, particularly during restoration efforts.
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Virginia Park Operational
Consumers Energy is utilizing Virginia Park substation during an outage to perform necessary upgrades.
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DTE Energy Operational
The two energy companies are active competitors serving the same customer base in the region of Southeast Michigan, where they face shared operational risks from severe weather.
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Dana Nessel Operational
Dana Nessel monitors Consumers Energy's outage trends and has sought court relief regarding plant closures.
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Manistee River Operational
Consumers Energy operates facilities near the Manistee River, and its flow adjustments directly influence the river's ecosystem.
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Toyota Operational
The two companies are linked through a shared supply chain, as a plant provides batteries for both their operations.
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Lake City Operational
Consumers Energy' utility relocation activities have historically caused project delays in Lake City.
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Kalamazoo Operational
The company operates within the geographic area of the city, evidenced by infrastructure failure in the service area.
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Gretchen Whitmer Operational
Gubernatorial office holds executive review power over major corporate asset sales and business operations of Consumers Energy.
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Bridge Michigan Operational
Bridge Michigan and Consumers Energy engage in direct interaction, with the utility responding to the advocacy group and the group reporting on utility communications.
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Hampton Township Structural
The company operates within the defined jurisdiction of Hampton Township.
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Kalamazoo County Shared context
Consumers Energy operates within Kalamazoo County, and storm damage affects the utility's service area.
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Robinson Operational
The operational activities of the infrastructure entity involved power line interference with the utility company.
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Midland Operational
Consumers Energy actively operates in Midland, conducting pipeline upgrades and contracting to purchase local power.
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Craig Wright Structural
Craig Wright holds the position of president at Consumers Energy.
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Matt Johnson Structural
Matt Johnson serves as a representative for Consumers Energy.
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Confluence Transactional
Consumers Energy is seeking to sell its dams to Confluence Hydro.
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Detroit Operational
Detroit monitors Consumers Energy's operational status, specifically regarding utility power outages.
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Livonia Transactional
Consumers Energy is engaged in a project to upgrade the natural gas system located in Livonia.
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Alabama Shared context
Consumers Energy operates within the geographic and regulatory context of the state of Alabama.
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Lake Michigan Shared context
Consumers Energy facilities are physically located on or near the shoreline of Lake Michigan, defining its operational context.
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Ionia County Shared context
The company's potential future operations are discussed in the context of the county's existing utility infrastructure.
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General Motors Operational
Consumers Energy and General Motors maintain a partnership related to the development of a battery plant.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
3 eventsSeptember 2026
10 events- Storms caused widespread power outages in the state of Michigan.
- A battery plant in Grand Ledge, Michigan, was developed through a GM partnership to manufacture batteries for Toyota and Consumers Energy.
- A service center has been established in Flint to assist residents with utility bill payments for Consumers Energy.
- The owner of the J.H. Campbell coal plant was identified.
- Consultations were held regarding potential data center development and future utility infrastructure use in Ionia County.
- Consumers Energy is providing customer service in the region, affecting locations including Kalamazoo, Jackson, Flint, and Lansing.
- A mobile command center has been deployed in Okemos involving Consumers Energy.
- While monitoring weather in Michigan, NWS confirms a utility is operating, assessing damage near Detroit, and reporting damage in Brighton and Howell.
- Power restoration efforts are underway in Lansing following severe storm damage affecting the area.
- Consumers Energy, led by Craig Wright, has proposed a long-term energy plan for Michigan that includes building natural gas plants in Bay and Genesee counties.
August 2026
10 events- The expansion plan for the Yolo Bypass now includes the Feather River segment, prompting the Department of Energy to invoke emergency authority and leading to proposals from the Congressional Research Service regarding water system security.
- Michigan state representative Steve Carra criticized utility spending and corporate interests.
- A citizen-led ballot initiative targeting utility spending was adopted in Michigan.
- Consumers Energy is seeking permits for a solar project in Alcona County and Harrisville.
- An initiative has been proposed in Michigan that calls for a ban on political contributions from companies.
- Consumers Energy is seeking to sell dams to Confluence Hydro.
- A grid failure caused by a tree branch and software bug led to service suspension in Michigan.
- The Michigan Public Service Commission reviews the proposed sale of 13 dams by Consumers Energy, with Governor Whitmer advising rejection.
- Operational requirements regarding siren systems and FERC oversight for facilities near the Manistee River.
- A partnership involving Consumers Energy, a pumped storage plant near Ludington, and state operations centered in Lansing was announced.
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July 2026
18 events- Severe weather caused widespread power outages in West Michigan involving Consumers Energy.
- Consumers Energy is seeking approval from the Michigan Public Service Commission for the sale of 13 dams in Maryland.
- Severe storms caused power outages in Southeast Michigan, affecting customers of DTE Energy and Consumers Energy.
- Consumers Energy is inspecting damage at the Hodenpyl Dam on the Manistee River, leading to flow adjustments and ecosystem concerns.
- Dana Nessel seeks court relief for a plant closure involving Consumers Energy, which affects regional economic sentiment.
- Utility advises Michigan residents on energy consumption during a heat wave.
- Consumers Energy is providing essential services to Allegan County.
- A utility facility is located on the Lake Michigan shoreline, owning property in Mason County, while Consumers Energy operates in the state. Salisbury is involved as a senior vice president.
- Consumers Energy upgraded a substation in Allegan County.
- Storm damage affecting infrastructure in Kalamazoo County, which is served by Consumers Energy.
- Crash damaged substation and power poles in Kalamazoo.
- Consumers Energy is identified as Michigan's largest energy provider.
- A proposed 1.4-gigawatt power plant is under consideration on local land in Washtenaw County, involving Consumers Energy and Lima Township.
- Outages were reported near Jackson in Ingham County, Michigan, involving utility providers.
- Power outages are affecting residents in the Jackson neighborhood, impacting individuals like Edward Beebe and Brian Gaddy's doctor. Consumers Energy operates across the region.
- Dana Nessel's office is tracking utility outage trends for accountability, noting that utilities are regulated by the MPSC.
- Outages affect up to 500,000 customers in Branch County following severe weather advisories issued for the state.
- Utility work led to power line interference involving Consumers Energy and Robinson.
June 2026
18 events- Consumers Energy operates in Michigan, where it must file annual Reliability Action Plans with the Michigan Public Service Commission.
- The company contributes to Michigan communities, supported by a foundation focused on local infrastructure improvements in the Saginaw area.
- Severe weather prompts utility mobilization across the state of Michigan.
- The commission appointed by the Governor reviews the plan to sell 13 dams.
- Consumers Energy is conducting pipeline upgrades to its natural gas system across the region of Southeast Michigan.
- CMS Energy announced it is investing in energy storage through business via Consumers Energy.
- Utility companies, including Teichert, Duke Energy, and Consumers Energy, are facing customer pushback and regulatory scrutiny over proposed major electric rate increases in their service areas.
- Storm impacts stretch from Lake Michigan shoreline, requiring a utility company to prepare for impacts in Lansing and Grand Rapids.
- Consumers Energy prepares crews in Jackson for restoration efforts following severe weather.
- Consumers Energy is serving residents in Genesee and Bay Counties following weather warnings from the National Weather Service.
- The new event covers power outages in Allegan and Barry County, a semi-truck crash, a UAW strike at American Axle, and political events in Grand Rapids.
- Foundation supports a workforce cohort in the Jackson area, with Colleen Sullivan speaking on the partnership.
- EightCap, a Mid-Michigan service provider, was awarded a $100,000 grant.
- Energy Vault and Consumers Energy announced a new regional expansion and construction progress on projects.
- Energy Vault supplied Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) to Consumers Energy.
- Consumers Energy deployed drones in Northern Michigan for storm recovery following severe weather.
- Lauren Snyder was appointed senior vice president at Consumers Energy, which also announced it provides funds to The Heat and Warmth Fund.
- A youth series project focused on sustainability, featuring Planet Z: Voices of Youth for a Sustainable Future, received support from Consumers Energy and featured photographer Henry Black.