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Renewable Energy in the Great Lakes Region What's New | Overview | General Resources | Related Resources Energy: Biomass | Efficiency | Renewable | Wind 
What's New America Recycles Day (11/13) America Recycles Day (ARD), November 15, is the only nationally recognized day dedicated to encouraging Americans to recycle and to buy recycled products. Michigan businesses making strides in the alternative-energy industry Business Review West Michigan (11/12) Whether for environmental or economic reasons, the country and the state have paid a lot of attention to alternative energy in the past few years. Michigan definitely will see job creation from the alternative-energy industry, but maybe some types more than others. Rochester businesses hope to tap into wind energy business Rochester Democrat and Chronicle (11/11) Pictometry International Corp. is mostly known as an aerial imaging company, not the kind of outfit people commonly associate with the growing U.S. wind power sector. But now Pictometry hopes to sell its aerial photography data to wind power companies. Ants may provide cellulosic solution Biomass Magazine (11/9) At the Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center in Madison, Wis., researchers are looking to leafcutter ants for new enzymatic processes that will further progress to commercialize cellulosic ethanol. Wisconsin's Focus on Energy (11/6) Focus on Energy works with eligible Wisconsin residents and businesses to install cost effective energy efficiency and renewable energy projects. Cobo event touts wind turbine benefits The Detroit News (11/5) Gov. Jennifer Granholm pitched Michigan as a key player in expanding the wind industry's supply chain. She touted the Great Lakes State's manufacturing expertise, engineering talent and proximity to shipping channels as a combination few other states possess.
Overview Renewable energy is derived from resources that are generally not depletable, such as the sun, wind and water movement. These sources of natural energy can be converted into usable energy in several ways, including a number of relatively mature technologies such as hydropower, biomass and waste combustion. Renewable energy may substitute for oil use and conventional electricity production, and may curb greenhouse gas emissions, air pollution, and other waste generation from energy use. It supplies about 8% of national energy demand. Renewable energy equipment is increasingly recognized as a "critical" pollution-prevention technology. Reference: Center for Renewable Energy and Sustainable Technology
General Resources Center of Excellence for Sustainable Development U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) The center helps communities design and implement innovative strategies, including energy programs, that enhance the local economy, environment and quality of life. Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Network U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) EREN is the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy's premier resource for information on renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies. Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Program Oak Ridge National Laboratory This multidisciplinary research and development program promotes the development and deployment of sustainable energy technologies. Energy Federation Incorporated EFI strives to assist people and organizations in their efforts to use energy and water efficiently. Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association (GLREA) The Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that educates, advocates, promotes, and publicly demonstrates renewable energy technologies in the Great Lakes bioregion. Great Lakes Wind Collaborative The Great Lakes Wind Collaborative (GLWC) is a group established to build consensus and identify and address issues affecting the planning, development, and operation of wind power facilities in the Great Lakes region. Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA) Energy and Regulatory Matters Information Service MREA is a network for sharing ideas, resources, and information with individuals, businesses, and communities to promote a sustainable future through renewable energy and energy efficiency. Midwestern Governernor’s Energy Security and Climate Stewarship Platform Midwest Governors Association Midwestern governors and Canadian premiers signed ambitious regional accords intended to stimulate economic development and job creation via a comprehensive set of renewable and low-carbon energy technologies and strategies. National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) NREL is the nation's leading laboratory for renewable energy and energy efficiency research. RENEW Wisconin Promotes clean energy strategies for powering Wisconsin's economy in an environmentally responsible manner. Renewable Energy and Sustainable Energy Systems in Canada Independent Power Producers' Society of Ontario The society provides information to help people produce and/or use energy in the most intelligent and environmentally friendly ways possible. Renewable Energy Policy Project (REPP) Formerly known as the Center for Renewable Energy and Sustainable Technology (CREST), REPP's goal is to accelerate the use of renewable energy by providing credible information, insightful policy analysis, and innovative strategies amid changing energy markets and mounting environmental needs. Sustainable Energy for Economic Development Four organizations: Clean Water Fund, Minnesotans for an Energy-Efficient Economy, The Minnesota Project and the Sustainable Resources Center, have joined forces to work with farmers, rural leaders and organizations, and energy advocates to build a stronger base of support for renewable energy development in Minnesota. The Source for Renewable Energy This site provides a global database of renewable energy-related businesses.
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