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Also, Group President Trevor Lauer of DTE Energy talks about the future of grid reliability, data centers possibly moving to Michigan and why utilities say no to community solar credit proposals (25:40).
Finally, the MIRS team continues its award series for 2024, looking at Michigan's policy movers and political shakers. They will decide the Republican Legislator of the Year. Which of the Capitol's Republicans stood out, either as a passionate protester or a notable collaborator? (48:00)
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