密歇根新闻广播 有关天然气生产的激烈辩论（在线收听）

DTE Energy is planning to close three of its coal-fired power plants by 2023. That's 1,300 megawatts of electricity coming off the books. But what will take its place?

The company wants to build a $1-billion natural gas plant in East China Township in St. Clair County on a site where it currently operates a coal-burning power plant. Environmental groups oppose the plan.

Michigan Radio's Tracy Samilton joins Doug Tribou to discuss the issues during this time of transition for the energy industry.

To learn more, check out the Environment Report's coverage of the proposed expansion of natural-gas production in Michigan.