A lawsuit is challenging how Michigan plans to approve big renewable energy projects.
More than 70 townships and several counties are suing the Michigan Public Service Commission, challenging whether the commission went through the right process to put in place a law giving the state authority to approve those projects.
The action, filed on Nov. 8, could affect solar, wind and battery storage are developed across Michigan.
- Lawsuit says Michigan erred in implementing law that lets state overrule local governments on big energy projects
- Local resistance has delayed Michigan’s implementation of green energy projects
- Opponents say locals know best if wind and solar farms are good for their communities