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Ann Arbor OKs heating franchise with DTE, includes climate action commitments and geothermal pilots
Summary
Council approved an ordinance replacing the gas franchise with a heating franchise and an accompanying climate agreement with DTE that funds geothermal pilots, rental‑unit efficiency programs and explores a wastewater biodigester.
The Ann Arbor City Council approved an ordinance replacing the city’s gas franchise with a new heating franchise and adopted a companion agreement outlining climate action cooperation with DTE Energy.
Supporters described the package as a step toward decarbonizing building heating and enabling new utility models. “For the first time, we are opening a door to a future beyond gas,” Council Member Iyer said during discussion, calling the agreement…
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