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Energy Plans For The Future- 100% Renewable and Clean Energy Planned By 2040
June 12, 2024 | Press Releases
UPPCO ANNOUNCES ENERGY PLANS FOR THE FUTURE
100% RENEWABLE AND CLEAN ENERGY PLANNED BY 2040
Marquette – Upper Peninsula Power Company (UPPCO) is announcing ambitious plans and an unwavering commitment to deliver reliable and sustainable energy solutions that meets the needs of its customers. Michigan statutes require electric utilities to achieve an energy mix that delivers 60% renewable energy to their customers by the year 2035 and 100% renewable and clean energy by 2040.
“We recognize the vital role that clean energy plays in building a brighter, more sustainable future for the State of Michigan,” said Gradon Haehnel, UPPCO’s Chief Executive Officer. “That’s why we’re committed to responsible decision-making that harnesses the power of renewable and clean energy resources as we chart our course for meeting the evolving needs of our customers and communities.”
UPPCO is collaborating with Enel X Advisory Services, a renowned leader in developing sustainable energy strategies, to launch a competitive and transparent Request for Proposal (RFP) process that is designed to revolutionize the region’s energy landscape. By fostering a competitive marketplace, UPPCO aims to secure the best possible clean energy solutions for the Upper Peninsula and its communities.
UPPCO is encouraging its customers and stakeholders to join it on this journey toward a more sustainable future. Customer engagement opportunities are being planned for this Fall as the company prepares the next iteration of its Integrated Resource Plan or IRP.
“This initiative underscores our dedication to transparency, accountability, and innovation,” said Haehnel. “Through our partnership with Enel X, we’re leveraging their expertise to ensure that every aspect of the process is conducted with the utmost integrity and efficiency.”
Additional information pertaining to the company’s Request for Proposal (RFP) process or future customer engagement opportunities are available on the company’s website at www.uppco.com.
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UPPCO is the Upper Peninsula’s largest electric utility serving approximately 52,000 customers across 4,460 square miles. UPPCO and its predecessors have excelled at providing dependable service and safe, reliable energy to its valued customers for more than 135 years.
