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CMS Energy Corporation reports recurring developments across its Michigan energy business, with Consumers Energy as its principal utility subsidiary. Company news commonly covers earnings results and financial outlooks, common and preferred stock dividends, and updates tied to electric and natural gas service in Michigan.
Consumers Energy updates also include grid reliability, storm response technology, customer energy-efficiency and assistance programs, and regulatory discussions involving utility assets. CMS Energy also reports on its independent power generation businesses and capital-return actions involving listed common stock, preferred securities and depositary shares.
CMS Energy will release its 2020 second quarter results along with a business and financial outlook on August 3, 2020, at 9:30 a.m. EDT. A webcast of the presentation will be available on the company's website, with an audio replay accessible approximately three hours later, archived for 30 days. CMS Energy, based in Michigan, primarily operates Consumers Energy, an electric and natural gas utility, and has independent power generation businesses.
CMS Energy has declared a quarterly dividend of 40.75 cents per share, payable on Aug. 31, 2020, to shareholders of record as of Aug. 7, 2020. This announcement reflects the company's ongoing commitment to return value to shareholders amidst its operations in electric and natural gas utilities.
As a Michigan-based company, CMS Energy primarily operates Consumers Energy and independent power generation businesses.
The Consumers Energy Foundation announced grants totaling $135,000 to assist 14 Michigan nonprofits impacted by COVID-19. These funds aim to address critical needs by providing food, personal supplies, and equipment to organizations adapting their services during the pandemic. Since March, the Foundation has contributed over $3.6 million to similar initiatives.
Brandon Hofmeister, president of the Foundation, emphasized the Foundation's commitment to supporting communities in need as they navigate the ongoing effects of the pandemic.
Consumers Energy, serving 6.7 million residents in Michigan, is providing solutions to help customers reduce energy costs during the hot summer months. As part of their initiative, the company is giving away 100,000 Google Nest Thermostat E's until July 31, with 42,000 already distributed since mid-May. Customers can save up to 15% on cooling costs through smart thermostat usage. Additionally, Consumers Energy promotes its Peak Power Savers program to shift energy use away from peak demand hours. Tips for reducing energy waste are also provided to help households manage their bills effectively.