The Michigan Public Service Commission today took note of a remarkable year in 2020 as it worked to maintain Michiganders’ access to safe, reliable and affordable energy and telecommunications amid a worldwide pandemic that upended lives and shook the economy.
The COVID-19 pandemic response dominated the MPSC’s work in 2020, as the MPSC Staff transitioned to working remotely to ensure that the agency’s mission of energy and telecommunications regulation continued uninterrupted.
Here’s a top 10 list of the MPSC’s highlights from 2020:
The COVID-19 pandemic
The MPSC staff was among the first state agencies to fully transition to remote working, but the agency didn’t miss a beat in tackling critical issues during the pandemic. The MPSC worked with energy utilities and other State of Michigan agencies to help expand protections and assistance for vulnerable customers. Efforts included ensuring that more than 3,500 disconnected households
Oklahoma Department of Human Services will begin taking applications for Winter Heating Assistance The Oklahoma Department of Human Services will begin taking applications for heating utility assistance on Tuesday, Dec 22. By Tiffany Bechtel | December 17, 2020 at 9:15 PM CST - Updated December 17 at 9:15 PM
DUNCAN, Okla. (TNN) - The Oklahoma Department of Human Services will begin taking applications for heating utility assistance on Tuesday, Dec 22.
For those struggling to heat their homes this winter, this is an opportunity to receive some relief from OKDHS and the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program.
Households who are already receiving public assistance may have been preauthorized for this assistance and will not need to apply. Those falling into this category have already been notified by letter.
Atmos Energy Releases 2020 Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Report
DALLAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Atmos Energy Corporation (NYSE: ATO) has released its 2020 Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability (CRS) Report illustrating the company’s commitment to safety, strong governance, investments in employees and infrastructure, preserving and protecting the environment, and fueling safe and thriving communities. Atmos Energy has also made available its 2020 Methane Emissions Report, providing targeted information to the public about ongoing efforts to monitor, control, and reduce methane emissions.
“Our steadfast commitment to safety paired with the guiding principles of our culture have enabled us to demonstrate the resiliency and reliability of natural gas,” said Kevin Akers, Atmos Energy president and CEO. “I am extremely proud of our employees’ dedication and commitment to keeping our 3.1 million customers, our 1,400 communities, themselves, and their families hea
State officials say virus aid still available
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CHICAGO Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Friday announced Illinois has provided more than $1.3 billion for businesses and families through COVID-19 emergency assistance programs.
The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) has overseen the distribution of $214 million to more than 7,500 small businesses through the Business Interruption Grants program. The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) has provided more than $269 million to 4,987 childcare providers through the same program.
DCEO also oversees the Help for Illinois Families Initiative with assistance programs for energy, rent, temporary shelter and other necessities. The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) has provided $325 million in emergency rental and mortgage assistance to 54,500 families.
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