MSU Extension Energy

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  Wood chip heat

  Published on November 12, 2019
  As older boilers reach replacement age, it’s well worth considering systems that burn renewable and cost-competitive wood chips. Michigan is well-poised to expand this very environmentally-friendly heating fuel.

• Local conservation issues tackled by couple through skills and knowledge gained in Michigan Conservation Stewards Program (CSP)

  Published on August 6, 2019
  Find out how you can learn more about Michigan’s ecosystems and apply your expertise to volunteer opportunities in your community

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  Become a Michigan Master Naturalist

  Published on April 1, 2019
  Bringing nature home is the motto for Michigan Master Naturalists as they learn about conservation. Master Naturalists do this through gaining understanding of the interconnectedness of native plants and animals and human activity.

• Incentives aid greenhouses and nurseries in implementing energy efficiency practices

  Published on October 12, 2018
  USDA Rural Development REAP application due soon!

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  Making wise renewable energy and energy conservation investment decisions

  Published on September 14, 2018
  Web-based educational resources available to farmers.

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  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.

• Renewable energy initiative update - Part 1

  Published on May 25, 2018
  An agreement between a state ballot initiative group and major energy companies will increase energy efficiency and use of renewable energy sources and improve the environment.

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  Detroit River discharge

  Published on March 1, 2018
  How much water flows through the Detroit River?

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  Huron Pines AmeriCorps begins year of service providing environmental education and outreach

  Published on March 1, 2018
  Huron Pines AmeriCorps member to serve with MSU Extension and Michigan Sea Grant expanding outreach capacity