Big Rapids declines Consumers Energy renewable subscription after staff flags contract risks
Mar 3, 2026
Mar 3, 2026
Commissionors rejected a resolution to join Consumers Energy's voluntary renewable program after city staff warned the agreement locks a subscription price with reconciliation that could increase charges and obligates up to 90% of power for 20 years with steep early-termination fees.
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The City of Big Rapids voted against participating in Consumers Energy's voluntary renewable energy program after staff highlighted significant contract risks.
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