The rate review process takes time — about 18 months from developing the review to the time new energy rates take effect.
Rate review process
- Rate review preparation
MGU analyzes budgets, sales and construction forecasts and develops the rate review. View our latest filing dated 3/1/24.
- Filing
MGU files rate review with the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC).
- Review
The MPSC audits budget information from MGU, asks MGU to defend and update figures provided.
- Hearings
The public has an opportunity to comment. Witnesses that support the figures in the rate review are available for cross examination in a court-like proceeding.
- Ruling
The MPSC decides any outstanding matters and issues a written order on the rate request. View our latest ruling dated 9/26/24.
- Rates take effect
New rates take effect for customers.
