Oh Tannenbaum! Consumers Energy Helps Michigan Communities Plant Trees in the Right Place
Consumers Energy is getting in the holiday spirit by celebrating the beauty and importance of trees. Through a partnership with the Michigan Forestry and Parks Association (MFPA), Consumers Energy has invested over $500,000 in tree planting grants since 2019, resulting in nearly 3,500 trees planted across its electric service territory, including 423 trees this year in 34 communities. "Trees are a gift that keeps giving," said Sara Stewart, Director of Forestry Operations at Consumers Energy. "By prioritizing planting the right trees in the right places, we're creating benefits that last for generations while helping protect electric reliability." Our tree planting grant program is helping communities grow greener while ensuring the right tree is in the right place supporting safety and electric reliability. These efforts focus on planting species that thrive safely away from electric lines, reducing future maintenance and promoting long-term reliability. "Thanks to Consumers Energy's...
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