News
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Three phase power: The first choice for irrigation energy
Published on September 13, 2013
Three phase electrical power is most economical source of irrigation power with lower cost for daily energy, maintenance, equipment and controls. -
Wood energy challenges
Published on September 3, 2013
Renewable energy discussions often exclude wood as a feedstock. Yet, in many ways, wood has many advantages. -
Preserving dark night sky is a northern Michigan placemaking strategy
Published on August 13, 2013
The Emmet County Headlands International Dark Sky Park is an excellent example of how to promote a unique rural asset as a placemaking strategy. -
Dealing with the high cost of fuel
Published on July 24, 2013
Comparison shopping, driving habits and planning will save money on fuel. -
Compendium of Oil and Gas Newsletter Oil and Gas Leasing and Mineral Rights
Published on July 22, 2013
News articles from the Michigan State University Extension oil and gas newsletter have been compiled into the “Compendium of Oil and Gas Newsletter Leasing and Mineral Rights Topics document.” -
Wood energy technologies
Published on July 8, 2013
Wood-based energy production will continue to be a major element in renewable energy strategies, especially in the northern Lake States region. -
Engaging Michigan agriculture in producing renewable energy
Published on June 27, 2013
Proposed legislation would increase the renewable energy requirement in Michigan to 22 percent by 2022. How can Michigan agriculture become more engaged in reaching this goal? -
Wood energy plantations
Published on June 19, 2013
Accelerated growth and local proximity are potential great advantages in wood energy trends. -
When do mineral rights revert to the landowner?
Published on June 19, 2013
According to the Michigan Dormant Minerals Act, severed oil and gas mineral rights can revert to the surface owner. -
Information in the June 2013 issue of the MSU Extension oil and gas newsletter
Published on June 13, 2013
A new issue of the Michigan State University Extension oil and gas newsletter is now available.