Democratic lawmakers and environmentalists are hoping for swift approval of legislation to give Michigan residents better access to rooftop and community solar.

Lansing Board of Water and Light will invest $750 million in renewables, storage and natural gas over the next decade and pledged to be carbon neutral by 2040.

DTE Energy reached an agreement with Michigan officials and environmental groups to add more renewable power and phase out coal use by 2032.

Michigan lawmakers approved bills to circumvent tax assessment fights over solar projects, allowing municipalities to charge a flat $7,000/MW annual fee.

A Grand Rapids suburb could host the first water-based solar farm in Michigan, but it’s not likely to signal a trend.