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Summary

The presentation reviews how Michigan State University (MSU) is completing modifications to reduce carbon emissions and secure a reliable future fuel supply. MSU will cease burning coal by EOY 2016. MSU’s Energy Transition Plan greenhouse gas reduction strategy benefits from the 45% reduction in CO2 emissions from natural gas versus coal. The key to making it work: Natural gas has historically been more expensive than coal, underscoring the importance of an economic natural gas supply strategy and Price Risk Management plan.

Speakers

Bob Ellerhorst, Michigan State University
Matt Haakenstad, US Energy Services