What are the qualifications for Michigan labor or Michigan Materials?
The criteria for Michigan Labor and Materials can be found in rule C10.3 of Consumers Energy’s electric rates. To qualify as a solar energy system constructed using a Michigan workforce: Michigan labor shall be calculated by dividing the number of labor hours attributed to the construction (defined as in-field labor) of the renewable energy system performed by residents of the state of Michigan by the total labor hours attributed to the construction of the renewable energy system. The calculation must achieve a minimum of 60% for the solar energy system to qualify for inclusion in the program. To qualify as a solar energy system constructed using equipment made in the state of Michigan: Michigan made equipment shall be calculated by dividing the U.S. dollar cost of all equipment and materials made (defined as manufactured or assembled) in the state of Michigan by the total U.S. dollar cost of all equipment and materials used to construct the renewable energy system. The calculation mus
