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We’re going the extra mile – actually 25,500 miles, more than the distance around Earth at the equator – to inspect low-voltage lines. Why does this matter to you? These inspections help keep the lights on - giving you 25,500 more reasons to count on us. https://lnkd.in/gnZ3CCGW

Thank you to those who joined us for the Decarbonization for Bottom Line Results webinar, and to our presenters Jeff Mayes, Sarah Weishaar, and Ashley (Ash) Martinez . Attendees learned why decarbonization strategy matters, how to determine their current decarbonization state and best practices for creating their own strategy. Look for a link to a recording of the webinar soon! Please join us in early 2025 for our next webinar, highlighting organizations that’ve already started their decarbonization strategy.

“Energy is a key focal point for decarbonization strategies today. Burning fossil fuels to produce energy creates a high volume of emissions. This matters because we rely on energy for so many things. It powers our machines and technologies. It fuels our vehicles and so much more. Energy innovation and management practices are accelerating towards a ‘lower carbon economy’ or ‘clean energy transition’ -- phrases that mean decarbonization.” Sarah Weishaar, Impact Collective Group during our Decarbonization for Bottom Line Results webinar today.

“A strong sustainability strategy has been proven to increase revenue while decreasing costs. It also strengthens customer and employee loyalty. It just makes good business sense.” Jeff Mayes, Consumers Energy Executive Director during our Decarbonization for Bottom Line Results webinar today.

Have you ever wondered who is responsible for debris cleanup after tree maintenance? Well, it depends! If we're in your area doing planned tree maintenance to improve reliability, we'll handle the clean up. There are some other situations when the homeowner is responsible for tree cleanup, including: ?? After emergency service restoration ?? After weather-related restoration ?? After tree maintenance you requested The process begins when a forestry planner marks what needs to be trimmed. Read more about it here: https://lnkd.in/gnB4B2K7

Even if you’re familiar with the area you’re digging in, things like erosion, settling ground and other factors can change the depth and location of utilities over time! ??? That’s why you always want to call 811; so you know what’s below before breaking ground on a new project.

Want to decarbonize your business? Join our free webinar and learn how decarbonization can increase your bottom line. We’ve partnered with sustainability experts Impact Collective Group to address what decarbonization is, how it helps businesses succeed and how we can help. Learn how to identify quick wins and build a long-term strategy. Register here https://lnkd.in/geVAjyGv and join us at 1 p.m. ET on Thursday, October 10, 2024.

Today marks the first day of Customer Service Week, a time to celebrate and highlight our co-workers who go above and beyond supporting our neighbors and businesses across Michigan. Watch now to see how our customer service representatives are making a difference in the lives of our fellow Michiganders each and every day.

? Employee Spotlight? Meet Tiffany Lechota ?? Tiffany is a Permit Coordinator at our Flint Service Center, as well as the founder of a non-profit called Down Right Awesome. When her second child, Ellie, was diagnosed with a form of Down Syndrome called Trisomy 21, she was inspired to help fundraise and advocate for Down Syndrome awareness. Her compassion and resilience inspire us to be better neighbors every day and remind us that a passionate community can make anything happen ?? #DownSyndromeAwarenessMonth

When people are in need, you can count on us to step up - even if that means traveling (far) outside our Michigan communities. And that remains true in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Our friends in the south need help, and we're on our way to provide it. Just as many have done for us in the past. Today, we sent 48 people – 15 three-person lineworker crews and three other support personnel, as well as equipment to Virginia. Restoring power is the least we can do as neighbors across the region work to pull their lives back together.