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    • Welcome to the weekly newsletter of the Michigan Energy Innovation Business Council (Michigan EIBC), the business voice for advanced energy in Michigan. Here’s what’s new this week:

    Michigan EIBC Submits Building Code Comments

    Michigan EIBC submitted comments today on the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs’ 2024 commercial building energy codes. We proposed requiring the adoption of EV charging infrastructure requirements, electric buildings readiness, demand response controls readiness, and energy storage systems readiness for new buildings. 

    Setting standards for building electrification, battery usage, and renewable energy reliance will help building owners reduce future retrofit costs, address grid resiliency and reliability issues, and lower utility bills.

    EIBC’s Networking Reception was a Success!

    Thank you to all those who joined us in Lansing for a networking reception with Michigan EIBC members, legislators, and staff. Michigan EIBC members talked with House and Senate staff, forging connections and discussing important energy priorities as we continue our advocacy with policymakers.

    Michigan Energy News

    • The operator of the J.H. Campbell coal plant says it will stay open “long term” under orders from the Trump administration. (E&E)
    • Steelcase’s first U.S. on-side solar project in Kentwood could serve as a template for renewable installations at manufacturing plants. (Crain’s)
    • Solar-powered EV chargers were installed in Escanaba as part of the state’s initiative to transition its light-duty fleet to zero emissions by 2033. (Daily Press)
    • Saline Township data center reignites concerns about the state missing long-term climate targets. (Planet Detroit)
    • DTE Energy released the 2025 recipients of the company’s Emerging Technology Fund, including a project by Michigan EIBC members Metro Consulting Associates and IonDynamics Energy to install EV charging stations at Grosse Ile Airport. (DTE Energy)

    National Energy News

    • The U.S. has onshored all major components of the solar supply chain with the opening of Michigan EIBC member Hemlock Semiconductor’s new silicon ingot factory in Michigan. (Utility Dive)
    • EPA is walking back plans to end the popular energy efficiency program, Energy Star. (NYT)
    • The Trump administration is providing $100 million to help “refurbish and modernize” coal plants. (The Hill)
    • Illinois’ new clean energy bill that incentivizes battery storage should save utility customers $13.4 billion over 20 years. (Canary Media)
    • A loophole could give clean heat a boost under President Trump. (Canary Media)

    Events

    OPEN TO EVERYONE
    • Nov. 12: Clean Fuels Michigan Summit — Hosted at the University of Michigan, this half-day conference will feature thought-provoking panels, behind-the-scenes tours, and dynamic networking designed to spark collaboration. Register here.
    • Jan. 15: Detroit Auto Show Media and Industry Days Panel — Michigan EIBC Policy Principal Sophia Schuster is moderating a panel on improving multi-stakeholder communication to enable EV adoption. Join us! Get tickets here.  
    FOR MICHIGAN EIBC MEMBERS ONLY
    • Nov. 13: Clean Energy Tax Credit Webinar for Project Developers — The Michigan Infrastructure Office Technical Assistance Center (MIO TAC) and the Michigan Climate Investment Hub are hosting a webinar focused on upcoming changes to federal tax credit rules and financing opportunities for clean energy projects.
    • Jan. 14-15: Detroit Auto Show Media and Industry Days — Michigan EIBC members will be able to take advantage of several members-only benefits, including the opportunity to register for a display on the show floor during the show’s Media & Industry Days (January 14-15) at a discount of more than 50%. Email sophia@mieibc.org to learn more.

    Jobs

    If you have a job announcement you would like in the newsletter, please send the position and a link to apply to Kaei Li at kaei@mieibc.org. Please include in the email a specific end date for the job posting.

    Opportunities

    Resources

    • The State of Michigan’s Michigan Infrastructure Office Technical Assistance Center has launched a website with information about how tax-exempt entities can take advantage of federal clean energy tax credits using elective pay.
    • The Michigan Public Service Commission has created a website tracking its progress implementing Public Acts 229, 231, 233, 234, and 235, passed on Nov. 8, 2023 and signed by Governor Gretchen Whitmer on Nov. 28.
    • Rheaply, NextCycle Michigan and Michigan EGLE have launched the Michigan Materials Marketplace, which allows businesses to buy and sell excess materials so they can be reused instead of discarded.