Stabenow Fought to Restore Tax Credits for Renewable Energy in 2012

Senator Debbie Stabenow D-Michigan has introduced a measure to support her policy of ” Grow it Here, Make it Here” to advance Michigan’s bio-based manufacturing industry.

by Thumbwind Staff

The Thumb Loop project will be the base of transmission system designed to meet the identified maximum wind energy potential of the Thumb region.

by Michael Hardy

From February 2012 – Confusion reigned as this theme this week in coming up with a suitable tax scenario covering the renewal energy sector in Michigan. The Michigan Policy Network is reporting that there may be a feud developing with Senate Bill No. 391 and other tax impacting bills.

by Michael Hardy

From 2012 – Report on effectiveness of Michigan’s requirement for 10% of energy to be achieved through renewables showed:

Generated over $100 million in investments in the state, spurred manufacturing, and created jobs.

by Michael Hardy

An undisclosed settlement of a lawsuit filed by 20 residents claiming that the construction and operation of the wind farm caused the plaintiffs to suffer adverse health effects, emotional distress and economic damages.

by Michael Hardy

Online newspaper mlive.com is reporting that preparations and study is actively underway to create a 100 megawatt wind farm at Muskegon County’s wastewater treatment site.

by Michael Hardy

The coalition, the Michigan League of Conservation Voters seeked to add a constitutional amendment to ensure that 25% of the state’s energy is generated by renewable sources.

by Michael Hardy

In 2011, the US Army Corps of Engineers were forecasted lower Great Lakes Water Level in 2012 for Lake Superior, Lake Michigan, and Lake Huron.

Given the number of raw materials and agriculture affected, the reduced number of shipping days and access to key ports typically cost jobs and impact the United States economy. Each year, the amount of iron ore alone shipped through the Soo Locks is $500.4 billion.