Published on Feb 17, 2026, 4:10:41 PM
Total time: 00:22:12
Last week, the Trump administration revoked the EPA's ability to regulate pollution. What does that decision mean for Michigan? What does it mean for DTE and Consumers Energy, which are both tasked with transitioning to clean energy sources instead of relying on things like natural gas?
Liesl Clark is the director of climate action engagement for the University of Michigan’s School for Environment and Sustainability. She also used to run the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy. The Metro's Sam Corey spoke with her about the president’s actions and what the state should do now.
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