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Resolution in Favor of a 20-Year License Renewal for Fermi 2
Memorandum
The Ann Arbor Energy Commission passed the following resolution with present members at its February 9, 2016 regular meeting.
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Whereas, the City of Ann Arbor recognizes the serious threat posed by climate change, and is committed to reducing its carbon footprint;
Whereas, on December 17, 2012, the Ann Arbor City Council adopted the Ann Arbor Climate Action Plan which identifies steps to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to meet current short-term goals, and to set mid- and long-range targets for emissions reductions into the future;
Whereas, electricity generation accounts for more than 30% of GHG emissions in the U.S. [1];
Whereas, Ann Arbor receives the vast majority of its electricity from the local utility, DTE Energy;
Whereas, the Enrico Fermi Nuclear Generating Station, Unit 2 (Fermi 2) is currently the only nuclear power plant in DTE Energy’s portfolio, providing over 15% of DTE Energy’s generation, and over 80% of its emissions-free portfolio [2];
Whereas, supporting emissions-free electricity sources such as Fermi 2 is consistent with the carbon-reduction goals outlined in the Ann Arbor Climate Action Plan;
Whereas, the continued operation of Fermi 2 benefits the city of Ann Arbor, and the SE Michigan region, by providing abundant, inexpensive, and emissions-free electricity;
Whereas, the current operating license for Fermi 2 extends to 2025, and the process for a 20-year license extension has already begun;
Resolved, The Ann Arbor Energy Commission supports the relicensing of Fermi 2
Nay votes: Appleyard, Macomber
Absent: Shriberg, Wadland