After reaching its goal to obtain 20
percent of its electricity needs from renewable sources a year ahead of
schedule, the city of Grand Rapids is recognized with a top award for
green energy generation. One of the top 20 green energy purchasers, the
city's next goal is 100 percent green energy dependent.
According to excerpts from the story:
As a result of its support for
renewable energy in Michigan, the city of Grand Rapids has been named
Green Generation Customer of the Year by Consumers Energy.
Grand
Rapids is enrolled as the largest single participant in Consumers
Energy's Green Generation program and is helping to drive significant
investment in Michigan-based wind power.
"The action today on
renewable energy is found in cities," says Grand Rapids Mayor George
Heartwell. "I'm proud that Grand Rapids has taken a lead in this field
and I'm grateful to our good partner Consumers Energy. The Green
Generation program makes it easy for cities, businesses and homeowners
to participate in the renewable energy movement."
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