Tremaine Phillips

Commissioner Emeritus, Michigan Public Service Commission | Energy, Space, Infrastructure, and Meteorology | Spartan & Buckeye

[Tremaine Phillips @_TPhillips_]

Hydroelectric power plants are the most unheralded facilities in MI’s electric generation fleet; however, the state’s system of hydroelectric dams provide significant recreational & economic value to MI communities.

[MI Public Service Commission @MichiganPSC]

The Ludington Pumped Storage facility on Lake Michigan is a marvel. Commissioners and some staff got to tour it today. Seeing it up close is amazing,

[MI Public Service Commission @MichiganPSC]

Please be safe out there. ALWAYS assume a downed power line is live. Stay at least 20 feet away. Don't touch anything it comes in contact with. Until you're sure there are no downed lines around you, delay cleanup of downed branches, because power lines can blend in with them.

[Katherine Peretick @kperetick]

If you have tree branches down from the ice storm in your yard or in the street, wait to clean them up! There are lots of power lines down right now, and there’s a chance they might be electrified if they’re touching a wire. Stay inside and stay safe!

[MI Public Service Commission @MichiganPSC]

🧵 Be safe out there, Michigan. The ice storm has knocked out power across the state, and utility crews are out in force, working as fast as they can to repair them. Here are our tips to help you get through this.

[MI Public Service Commission @MichiganPSC]

If you see a downed power line, ALWAYS assume it is carrying electricity and stay at least 20 feet away from it and anything it touches. Report it to 911, and then contact your utility.

[MDOT - Traverse Area @MDOT_Traverse]

Before heading out on the roads this time of year, it's always a good idea to check the camera views and weather info at https://t.co/jcAkmOOO7M. In addition to our permanent camera locations, you can also see our plow trucks and a view from the cab.

[Governor Gretchen Whitmer @GovWhitmer]

It's the first day of winter and @NWS is already forecasting potential blizzard conditions in the Upper Peninsula starting Thursday, and the Lower Peninsula starting Friday with wind gusts between 40-50 mph. As we prepare throughout Michigan, here are a few safety reminders. ⬇️

[MI Public Service Commission @MichiganPSC]

Michigan's energy utilities are calling up their crews in preparation for the big pre-Christmas storm expected to hit Michigan starting Thursday. The MPSC will monitor their response to possible outages. Be safe out there, folks.

[🇺🇸⚡️Harry @USEnergyHarry]

Opening Q to the panelists on our #IRA in the states webinar: What makes you most excited?
@BrianJFeldman - Helping #CleanEnergy projects pencil out, puts US in strong position to be an exporter
@_TPhillips_ - "scope & scale" of #IRA + #IIJA, tax credits, and equity provisions

[MI Public Service Commission @MichiganPSC]

Help ensure the @FCC's national broadband map is accurate in Michigan. Search for your address at https://t.co/BDD05Mgtez. If info about your location is wrong or the location is missing, submit info to correct the map. Accurate maps = improved internet access.

[Dan Scripps @DanScripps]

Some additional photos from our visit today to the Ranger Power/ DE Shaw Renewable Investments #AssemblySolar project in Shiawassee County. With @MichiganPSC Staff, @_TPhillips_ and @kperetick

[Katherine Peretick @kperetick]

Checking out the power coming from the sunny fall skies in Shiawassee County with @MichiganPSC staff Nate, Jing, April, Gretchen, and Mike and fellow commissioners @DanScripps @_TPhillips_

[John Cardillo @johncardillo]

It’s true. Linemen and other power company workers are among the most important first responders after a storm.

I’ve always said we’ve never given enough credit to our ironworkers, carpenters, and all tradesmen who were there alongside firefighters and police officers on 9/11.

[MI Office of Future Mobility and Electrification @michiganofme]

The @MEDC joined industry partners for a panel at @NAIASDetroit to discuss enhancing Michigan’s position as a global mobility leader through a unified, cross-departmental approach - the MI Future Mobility Plan. #MobilityMI

[Dan Scripps @DanScripps]

There are still a large number of wires down after yesterday’s storms. Any downed wire should be considered live and dangerous (and that includes anything they may be in contact with). Stay safe - and stay at least 20 feet away.

[DTE_Energy @DTE_Energy]

Stay at least a bus length (20 feet) away from downed power lines and don’t touch anything they may be in contact with – always consider them live and dangerous.

[MI Public Service Commission @MichiganPSC]

If you're using a portable generator because the power is out after yesterday's storms, make sure you do so properly to keep your household safe. https://t.co/VAaqiTyZBO

[NARUC @NARUC]

What were your favorite #NARUCSummer22 moments? Did you hop on the electric school bus? @MPSCBrentBailey, @Lmateosantos, @_TPhillips_, and members from @MarylandPSC, @PUCOhio, @MichiganPSC,
Arkansas PSC & others took a spin. @ELPCenter @LionElectricCo #CleanRide4Kids

[MI Public Service Commission @MichiganPSC]

We hope you'll join us for our public hearing Aug. 22 in Detroit on DTE Electric Co.'s application for a rate increase. Details: https://t.co/Wd8vJiuMYx

[NWS Detroit @NWSDetroit]

Tornado Warning including Caro MI, Cass City MI and Mayville MI until 3:00 PM EDT

[Dan Scripps @DanScripps]

Listening to Ben McCrumb, VP of Safety with the Michigan State Utility Workers Council @The_UWUA talk about emergency response in the wake of the Gaylord tornado in May as part of @mepc_conf panel moderated by @_TPhillips_. Appreciate our line workers today and everyday!