Consumers Energy controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2018
Political advocacy contributions to Citizens for Energizing Michigan’s Economy
The company faced criticism over contributions to Citizens for Energizing Michigan’s Economy, characterized in the reference material as a dark-money advocacy organization that opposed some renewable-energy policies and supported utility-friendly politicians. The Michigan Public Service Commission ordered Consumers Energy to stop contributions to the organization for two years.
2013
Fine following fatal gas explosions
Consumers Energy was fined $1.4 million over its role in two gas explosions that killed three people. The episode raised safety and oversight concerns surrounding the company’s gas operations.