Company Overview and History
Consumers Energy began operations in 1886, growing into one of the nation's largest combination electric and natural gas providers. It serves nearly 1.8 million natural gas customers and powers homes and businesses statewide.
The company's slogan, 'Count on Us,' embodies its focus on reliable service. As a CMS Energy subsidiary, it reported strong performance, including $17.3 billion in 2022 revenue and projections for 3-5% annual growth through 2025.
By December 2025, Consumers Energy's infrastructure includes wind farms like Lake Winds and Cross Winds Energy Parks, contributing to 25-40% renewable generation as of recent years.
Accelerated Clean Energy Transition
In 2021, Consumers Energy announced plans to eliminate coal by 2025, 15 years faster than prior targets, aiming for 90% carbon emission reductions. This includes retiring plants like Campbell and Karn, with natural gas bridging to renewables.
Investments exceed $1.5 billion in solar and wind, targeting 8,000 megawatts of solar through the 2020s. By 2040, over 60% of capacity will be renewables, achieving net-zero emissions.
As of 2025, coal usage has dropped 60% since 2015, with all fossil-fuel plants set for retirement this year, enhancing grid reliability via $5 billion in smart tech upgrades.
Sustainability Goals and Customer Impacts
Consumers Energy's mission emphasizes safe, reliable, sustainable energy, with customer satisfaction rates rising from 85% in 2020 to higher marks recently. Over 1.5 million customers access online energy management tools.
The transition saves customers $650 million through 2040 via price stability and efficiency programs like rebates for homes and businesses. It supports communities with job transitions and economic development.
Globally, these efforts inspire as U.S. utilities face pressure for greener operations, positioning Consumers Energy at the forefront on December 26, 2025.