Behind the Meter: An MPSC Podcast
We take you inside the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) to explore the vital work we do in regulating utilities and services across the state of Michigan. We’ll introduce you to our commissioners, employees and special guests throughout the way as we discuss how we serve Michigan residents by ensuring safe, reliable, and affordable access to essential utilities like electricity, natural gas and telecommunications. Tune in to learn more about the people, processes, and impact of the MPSC as we work to improve the lives of Michigan’s residents every day.
Episodes
In this episode of Behind the Meter: an MPSC Podcast, we’re taking a closer look at propane—an essential energy source for thousands of Michigan homes, farms, and businesses. With winter always on the horizon in a state like ours, ensuring a steady, affordable propane supply is critical.
We’re joined by Andrew Vanderboegh, Chairman of the Michigan Propane Commission, who shares insights on how propane is stored, distributed, and pr...
In this episode of Behind the Meter, we explore how the state prepares for, responds to, and recovers from widespread power outages caused by storms, wind, and ice.
Host Mike Byrne is joined by two experts from the Michigan Public Service Commission: Julie Baldwin, Manager of the Energy Operations Division, and Julie Ginevan, Energy Emergency Planning Specialist in the Energy Security Section. Together, they break down how utilitie...
April is safe digging month and in this episode of Behind the Meter, we’re joined by special guest Dave Chislea, the Director of the Gas Safety & Operations Division at the MPSC, to dig into a critical safety topic—how to safely excavate in and around your home without damaging buried utility lines. Whether you're planting a tree, installing a fence, or tackling a backyard renovation, it's essential to know what's underground b...
In the third episode of Behind the Meter, all three commissioners will join us as we dive into the complex and critical process of rate cases, where utilities propose changes to their rates. Commissioners will answer questions about the process of a rate case, how often a utility can apply for a rate increase and what factors commissioners consider when making a decision.
To make a comment on a rate case, please go to the MPSC's...
In this episode of Behind the Meter: An MPSC Podcast, we explore the wide range of utilities regulated by the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC). From electricity and natural gas to telecommunications, the MPSC plays a crucial role in ensuring reliable and affordable services for Michigan Residents. Special guest Paul Proudfoot, the longest serving employee at the MPSC, joins us to share his deep expertise and insights into ...
In this inaugural episode of Behind the Meter: An MPSC Podcast, we sit down with all three commissioners at the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) to learn about their personal journeys to becoming commissioners. We also dive into the MPSC's responsibilities, exploring how the commission regulates and supports essential services that impact the daily lives of Michigan residents.
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