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Environmental Priorities

Jumpstart Michigan’s Economy through Clean Energy Innovation

Our state’s growing clean energy sector is reinventing Michigan’s manufacturing base and putting people back to work. Products such as wind turbines, solar panels, as well as electric vehicles and advanced batteries, save energy for families and businesses, while harvesting Michigan’s plentiful sources of renewable energy. Making the transition to cleaner energy will provide jobs in our state, save consumers money, and protect our natural resources for future generations. >Visit the Great Michigan website for more information

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Protect Michigan Children From Toxics

Children are more vulnerable to toxins and pollution than adults. Michigan needs to provide for their well-being by assuring the safety of the toys, products, chemicals, and air to which they are exposed every day. >Visit the Great Michigan website for more information

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Protect Michigan Water from Unsafe Drilling

Like other states around the country, Michigan has begun searching for natural gas in deep shale rock hundreds of feet below ground . We're using this natural gas to heat our homes, power our electronics and light our offices. But while natural gas does burn more cleanly than coal, we must be sure we don't poison our drinking water in the process of extracting it.

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Revitalize Michigan Cities & Towns with Mass Transit Options

Reliable and fast statewide passenger rail—complete with updated technology, tracks and depots—will boost Michigan’s economy.  Investing in mass transit and high speed rail that connects our cities will promote urban redevelopment, generate economic revenue, utilize our state’s skilled workers to create jobs, contribute to cleaner cities through reduced air pollutants, and safeguard our natural resources by curbing sprawl. >Visit the Great Michigan website for more information

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