Climate Sustainability
Clear Skies Ahead in Michigan
Did you know Michigan is ranked the No. 1 Best State for Climate Change? Add to that the state’s low natural disaster susceptibility and recent policies enacted by state government to improve climate change resilience, and you have a state that is ready to lead the nation in climate sustainability for decades to come. This leadership is also seen across the state’s thriving clean energy industry and innovative careers in next-generation transportation mobility and electric vehicle (EV) sector.
Michigan recently announced the state’s The MI Healthy Climate Plan, which is a roadmap to achieve carbon-neutrality by 2050 and includes a short-term goal of reducing emissions 52 percent by 2030. The plan has already played a significant role in attracting investment in the state, including a $1.6 billion investment by home-grown Michigan company Our Next Energy (ONE) for its first-ever battery manufacturing campus in Van Buren Township.
Michigan’s leadership equals new opportunities for those interested in working for companies like ONE and others in tech, clean energy or EV, while also providing a steady, safe climate our residents can feel good about well into the future. In the past year alone, Michigan has secured 24 projects in the clean energy sector, generating $21 billion in investment and creating nearly 16,000 jobs.
MI Healthy Climate Plan
Explore the state’s action plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and transition toward economy-wide carbon neutrality.
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In Funding for Six New University Sustainability Research Projects
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Weather Without the Wait
In the Great Lakes State, you have four unique seasons that offer a diverse climate with significant variations in temperature and landscape across multiple regions. Proximity to the Great Lakes is pivotal, leading to larger seasonal differences in the central regions of the state while beach towns see more moderate climates during summer, fall and winter months. In the winter months, you’ll find snowy landscapes perfect for ice fishing and skiing. On the other hand, the summer months bring higher temps offering an ideal environment to attend one of the state’s many festivals and live outdoor events.
Stewards of The Great Lakes Lifestyle
Michigan is committed to preserving the cherished Pure Michigan quality of life, and elected officials, auto manufacturers and other businesses are leading the state in pursuit of carbon neutrality by 2050 through the MI Healthy Climate Plan. In fact, Michigan has made so much progress in renewable and clean energy that it earned Site Selection’s No. 3 ranking for sustainable development in 2021. The state also fosters advancements in research, with six University of Michigan projects receiving over a million in grant funding from Graham Sustainability Institute’s Carbon Neutrality Acceleration Program (CNAP) to explore topics such as energy equity, responsible governance of nuclear energy and pumped hydrogen storage.
What Michiganders Are Saying
“Michigan isn’t just an American industrial hub, it’s also the midpoint of this Chicago-Toronto corridor in what will be a ‘North American union.' We’re going to integrate even more in functional ways: infrastructure, trade, mobility of people, sharing of resources, water and electricity. That’s the way to think about Michigan: an incredibly stable geography environmentally at the heart of this North American super continent.”
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Michigan Climate Action Network (MiCAN)
MiCAN is a statewide network of organizations and individuals working to address climate change in Michigan. They advocate for clean energy, sustainable transportation and climate justice through grassroots organizing and policy advocacy.
Michigan Saves
Michigan Saves is a nonprofit organization that provides financing options for energy efficiency and renewable energy projects. They offer low-interest loans and financing plans to help individuals and businesses make energy-saving upgrades and investments.
Michigan Green Communities Network
The Michigan Green Communities Network is a coalition of local governments working together to promote sustainability and environmental stewardship. They provide resources, best practices and networking opportunities to help communities implement sustainable policies and projects.
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Michigan #2 in the Nation for Helping Residents Get Employed
New report shines a light on the state’s efforts to drive business growth, attract and retain talent, and build vibrant communities LANSING, Mich. — Michigan provides employment services to more participants than any other state in the Midwest and is #2 in the nation for helping adults get employed. These accomplishments are exemplified through the […]
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MEDC wins 11 Telly Awards for ‘You Can in Michigan’ TV spot
The TV spot from the “You Can in Michigan” national marketing campaign won four Gold Awards and seven Silver Awards, highlighting the innovation and success of the state’s work to attract and retain talent. A national campaign from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) is earning some serious hardware – and generating buzz for […]
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Gov. Whitmer Announces New Office of Defense and Aerospace Innovation
Col. John Gutierrez, USMC (Ret.) announced as executive director with decades of military expertise LANSING, Mich. — Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer joined the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) in announcing the new Office of Defense and Aerospace Innovation (ODAI), which will help grow the state’s defense and aerospace industry. ODAI will build on the storied legacy […]
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