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16 Facts About Consumers Energy
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Consumers Energy was founded in 1886 and is currently headquartered in Jackson, Michigan.
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Consumers Energy operated the Big Rock Point Nuclear Power Plant in Charlevoix from 1962 to 1997 and built the Palisades Nuclear Plant near South Haven in 1971, which was sold to Entergy.
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In 1968, Consumers Energy Power began construction of a nuclear power plant in Midland, Michigan, primarily for the Dow Chemical Company.
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However, in 1985, Consumers Energy Power formed a partnership with eight other companies to convert Midland's abandoned nuclear plant into a natural gas-fired power plant.
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In 2011, Consumers Energy received approval to establish a 100-megawatt wind energy facility in Michigan's Mason County called Lake Winds Energy Park.
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In 2009, Consumers Energy launched comprehensive electric and natural gas energy efficiency programs that included rebates and incentives for homes and businesses.
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In 2018, Consumers Energy became the title sponsor of the August Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series race at Michigan International Speedway.
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Consumers Energy retained its looped 23kV and 46kV high voltage sub-transmission systems and its radial 138 kV lines as well.
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Consumers Energy owns 13 hydroelectric facilities or dams along five rivers in Michigan.
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Consumers Energy operates and co-owns the Ludington Pumped Storage Power Plant near Ludington.
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Consumers Energy operated the Big Rock Point Nuclear Power Plant near Charlevoix, Michigan.
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Consumers Energy originally planned to close its remaining coal plants by 2040 but the plan was sped up to close all plants by 2025.
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In early 2018, General Motors and Consumers Energy announced that they formed a partnership to develop "smart charging" technology for owners of electric vehicles.
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Consumers Energy has worked on early childhood development and education in Michigan and has received Wildlife Habitat Council compliant certificates for its efforts to promote environmental education.
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In 2013, Consumers Energy was given the William Booth Award by The Salvation Army in recognition of its long history of philanthropic activities and leadership for the PeopleCare assistance program.
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