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CMS ENERGY CORP · 2026-08-04 · Importance 31 · Surprise 42 · In source text

The Michigan Public Service Commission is proposing financial rewards and penalties for utilities based on the speed of connecting rooftop solar installations. The proposal applies to utilities including Consumers Energy and would also support the integration of virtual power plants. The initiative is intended to modernize Michigan’s grid, lower customer costs, and address infrastructure strain from new large-scale data centers.

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operating_incomeunclearcontingentThe Michigan Supreme Court has overturned a permit for Enbridge's Line 5 pipeline project and mandated a new review.