Brian Wheeler

Rule Changes

Spoke on behalf of both utilities after the verdict

A federal judge upheld a $383 million jury verdict against Toshiba America Energy Systems over a failed overhaul of the Ludington Pumped Storage Plant. The Michigan hydro station, co-owned by Consumers Energy and DTE Electric, supplies 10% of each utility's generating capacity.

Updated Oct 26

Rule Changes

Spokesperson defending the rate increase

Michigan regulators approved a 4.3% natural gas rate increase for Consumers Energy customers on October 15. The Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) cut the utility's request by 42%, after Attorney General Dana Nessel had urged a 61% reduction.

Updated Oct 18