Monthly Archives: April 2012

The Continuing Saga of Ending our Dependence on Imported Fuels

Michigan currently imports its energy from other states and countries, sending billions of dollars — and the jobs they create — out of Michigan. Our electricity comes from mainly coal (60%) that we import from other states.  The transportation alone … Continue reading

Beyond the Light Bulb: Energy Efficiency Products and Services Made in Michigan

Join Michigan’s energy efficiency innovators, entrepreneurs, manufacturers and more in a lunchtime dialogue about how energy efficiency manufacturing is driving economic growth and creating jobs right here in Michigan. Learn more about Michigan companies manufacturing in the different segments of … Continue reading

1 in 46 Convoys in Afghanistan Suffer a Casualty

I attended the industry and academia day for the opening of the latest TARDEC laboratory GSPEL or Ground Vehicle Power and Electricity Laboratory.  The event on Thursday, April 12th allowed industry representatives into the new lab to see the testing … Continue reading