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What if all our energy came from Wind, Water and Solar?

Mark Jacobson is a researcher at Stanford who sought to answer just that question.  In his extensive analysis, he shows that the world’s energy can be produced through renewable sources including taking into account land base necessary for energy production. Dr. Jacobson serves on the Department of Energy’s Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Advisory committee …

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Advanced Energy Storage Manufacture and Development Investment

The Michigan advanced energy storage economic development strategy was designed to support growing industry sectors where Michigan has distinct advantages and a solid infrastructure.  Michigan is home to more than 330 transportation R&D companies, 65,000 engineers, and world-class engineering schools making us exceptionally positioned to address the critical national need of developing a domestic advanced …

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Renewable Energy Cheaper Than Expected in MI

Consumers Energy is seeking to lower bills by $55 mill because renewables are coming in cheaper than expected. From the Jackson Citizen Patriot:  “The cost to comply with the standard has declined significantly,” Russell said.  Russell said the reduction is possible because of declining production costs, better capacity factors and federal production tax credits. Read …

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Michigan Saves

Michigan Saves is an innovative program that will make energy efficiency upgrades and installing renewable energy systems more affordable for all types of Michigan energy consumers, including businesses, local governments, schools, and residents.  Michigan Saves was funded with a LIEEF grant from the Michigan Public Service Commission. The Michigan Saves Home Energy Loan Program is …

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Translating Public Support for Clean Energy into Action

A new Gallop poll has found that Americans regard having an energy bill providing incentives for solar and other clean energy options ahead of all other identified policy issues including, overhauling the federal tax code, speeding up withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan, or expanding drilling for domestic oil and gas.    According to Gallop, 83 …

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Michigan Dems, GOP deserve credit for working together under tough circumstances

by Stanley “Skip” Pruss Published in the Detroit Free Press, Sunday, December 19, 2010 Gov. Jennifer Granholm and the Michigan Legislature have faced considerable criticism from a public unhappy with government and its leaders. And last month’s election clearly expressed dissatisfaction with current office holders, particularly Democrats. But there is a case to be made …

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Excitement about Energy Efficiency Developments Warm a Cold December Night

A crowded, warm banquet room in DeWitt served as the place for pizza and the regular meeting of the Michigan Chapter of Efficiency First last night.  It was a great line-up of speakers and very helpful information about the growing impact of Michigan’s energy efficiency programs.  To learn more about Efficiency First and the Michigan …

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