Growth Industries
Alternative Energy
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January 14, 2009
NEW LAW MARKS DEFINING MOMENT FOR MICHIGAN'S FUTURE
November 25, 2008
CENTERS OF ENERGY EXCELLENCE
In Michigan, green is the new gold. The Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) is leading the charge in the development of new markets for alternative energy in Michigan and beyond. We are aligning scientists, universities, policy makers, industry players, the natural resource management community and our engineering talent around the goal of creating the next generation of power provision for businesses, consumers and vehicles.
The MEDC is also looking at creative incentive packages custom tailored to create the right environment and bring together the right players to advance the way the world is powered.
Michigan is focusing on the development of state and nationwide markets for such alternatives as:
Whether you are a manufacturer looking to diversify your base of production or a company with a current or potential patent on the next iteration of alternative energy technology, Michigan is ready to give you the Upper Hand.
Take a look below at some of the resources, partners in market development and university research prowess the state is offering in its power play. Also, take a look at how the 21st Century Jobs Fund program is building capacity in Michigan's Alternative Energy market space.
Resources & Partners
Michigan has a vast array of resources and partners to encourage alternative energy R&D and manufacturing, including the following:
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NextEnergy is a non-profit corporation founded to enable the commercialization of energy technologies that positively contribute to economic competitiveness, energy security and the environment.
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Alternative Energy companies in Michigan may be eligible for tax breaks. To be eligible, a company must first be certified as "Alternative Energy." See the criteria and information below, available in Adobe .pdf format:
- The Michigan Alternative and Renewable Energy Center (MAREC) is a fully integrated demonstration facility for distributed generation of electricity using alternative and renewable energy technologies.
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SmartZonesSM and Business Accelerators to stimulate the growth of technology-based businesses and jobs by creating recognized clusters of technology enterprises and research institutions throughout the state.
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Michigan Green - A consortium of 100 public and private sector members working to make Michigan an alternative energy powerhouse, promoting use of ethanol, hydrogen, solar, battery, wind and geothermal energy technologies.
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American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) - National trade association representing wind power project developers, equipment suppliers, service providers, parts manufacturers, utilities, researchers and others involved in the wind industry.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA)
National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory (NVFEL) develops national regulatory programs to reduce mobile source related air pollution, evaluates emission control technology, tests vehicles, engines, and fuels and determines compliance with federal emissions and fuel economy standards.
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University Research Corridor is an alliance of Michigan’s three leading research institutions: Michigan State University, the University of Michigan and Wayne State University.
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DTE Energy Hydrogen Technology Park is a hydrogen energy demonstration project designed to provide critical insight into the role of hydrogen in our nation's energy system and is a working prototype that demonstrates the generation of hydrogen to storage, distribution and conversion to energy.
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University Centers
In the effort to grow these increasingly important fields, the MEDC is certainly not alone. Michigan's top universities are playing a critical role in this development. Each has created unique opportunities to capitalize on their resources, talents and capabilities to further the advancement of these emerging technologies. Take a moment to review the incredible initiatives our allies in the academic world are undertaking in the field of Alternative/Renewable energies.
Michigan State University
University of Michigan
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Michigan Memorial Phoenix Energy Institute (MMPEI)
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Hydrogen Energy Technology Laboratory (HETL)
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Kettering University
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Center for Fuel Cell Systems and Powertrain Integration
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Lawrence Tech University
Wayne State University
Michigan Technological University
Other Online References
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Pioneering alternative energy companies are turning Michigan into the Eco-Peninsula. (01:00)
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Next Steps
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By: Deborah Johnson Wood With an eye to ramping up alternative energy innovation and economic development, Grand Valley State University's Michigan Alternative and Renewable Energy Center ...
Johnson Controls-Saft Advanced Power Solutions LLC (JCS) – Milwaukee, Wisconsin-based JCS, one of the leading independent suppliers of lithium-ion batteries for hybrid and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, plans to invest $220 million in a new advanced-battery manufacturing facility to produce lithium-ion cells for automotive applications
The Centers of Energy Excellence (COEE) program launched to spur alternative energy innovation.
Midland wins project over competing site in another state.
State tax credit helped Michigan win company investment over a competing site in Germany.
Michigan’s largest fuel cell maker, Pittsfield Twp.-based Adaptive Materials Inc., expands.
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