TV 6 UP: Citizens for Local Choice looks to overturn clean energy zoning changes, seeks to put issue in front of voters
Article by Justin Van't Hof for TV 6 Upper Peninsula
UPPER MICHIGAN, Mich. (WLUC) - The decision of who is responsible for approving large-scale solar and wind projects could appear before voters in November.
The group Citizens for Local Choice hopes to overturn zoning rules that give the state control over approving renewable energy projects. These changes were part of the energy package passed last year.
Under the new laws, the Michigan Public Service Commission approves solar energy plants, wind energy plants and energy storage facilities that hold more than 100 megawatts of power....
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Citizens for Local Choice
P.O. Box 14309
Lansing, MI 48901
Office: 215 S Washington Sq, Ste F, Lansing, MI 48933
Our office hours are:
- Monday: 12:30 pm - 5:00 pm
- Tuesday: 12:30 pm - 5:00 pm
- Wednesday: 12:30 pm - 5:00 pm
- Thursday: 12:30 pm - 5:00 pm
- Friday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm