Energy

MSU Extension programs help landowners negotiate effective oil and natural gas leases and understand the benefits and impacts of development.

News

Statewide shining a light on agricultural solar energy development meetings

Published on February 6, 2019

Topics include understanding the nuances of solar leases, zoning considerations, and accompanying tax implications of solar projects.

Incentives aid greenhouses and nurseries in implementing energy efficiency practices

Published on October 12, 2018

USDA Rural Development REAP application due soon!

Making wise renewable energy and energy conservation investment decisions

Published on September 14, 2018

Web-based educational resources available to farmers.

Planning and Zoning for solar developments training partnership between MSU Extension, Michigan Energy Office

Published on September 5, 2018

As prices continue to fall more and more people are interested in the economics of solar power.

Home heating thoughts

Published on July 9, 2018

Home heating may not be on everyone’s mind during the summer months, unless getting through the last winter was a nail-biter. For many residences and small businesses, wood pellets are the cheapest alternative.