Green energy proponents say Michigan is ripe for generating serious jobs, investment, and profit in the alternative energy industry, but lawmakers must first modernize the state's energy agenda to position Michigan as a viable competitor in the market. So far, there's been a lot of talk.
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With recent arguments between the governor and attorney general played out in the media, it seems renewable and alternative energy already is generating a lot of wind.
Gov. Jennifer Granholm has spent months campaigning to change state policy to further the emerging industry that she says would generate thousands of jobs for the state. Meanwhile, Attorney General Michael Cox argues it will hike electric rates and bring minimal employment gain.
But momentum is growing, with numerous alternative energy events happening across Michigan and multiple bills moving through the state Legislature aimed at incentivizing this diverse industry.
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