LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is terminating funding for Michigan’s Solar for All program, which was designed to bring renewable and affordable energy to low-income communities.

The EPA recently announced plans to cancel its $7 billion grant program aimed at helping low and moderate-income households access solar energy.

Michigan had been awarded $165.1 million in federal funds to support investments in rooftop solar, community solar, energy storage, workforce development, community education, and technical assistance.

In response, Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) Director Phil Roos issued the following statement:

“The state’s MI Solar for All Program would significantly reduce energy costs for thousands of Mi

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