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Democrats and environmentalists behind legislation like the "Clean Energy Future Plan" – pushing utilities to develop a "100% clean energy standard" by 2035 – claim that their proposals could attract $7.8 billion in extra federal investment to Michigan.

Out of Michigan's 209 coastal beaches that were reportedly inspected for "fecal indicator bacteria" last year, 43% were possibly unsafe for swimming on at least one testing day, research shows.

DTE Energy has reached a settlement with multiple organizations - including some of its most vocal critics - to end its use of coal in 2032, speeding up closure and repurposing of its remaining coal power plants.

A bicameral bill package spearheaded by Rep. Sharon MacDonell (D-Troy) and Sen. Rosemary Bayer (D-Keego Harbor) would remove several Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE) advisory boards

Environmental groups make the case that legislators should promptly pass the "Clean Energy Future Plan" as the federal government prepares to deploy billions of dollars to states and local governments with competitive plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.