Frequenstly Asked Questions

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There are several well-established organizations here in the state whose focus is on economic development or increasing the use of renewable energy.  Why should I support Midwest Integrated Suppliers?

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 With several entities advocating today for policy change to drive more renewable energy in Michigan, no one organization has had the platform to consolidate these effort. As an alliance of business owners, we are in a favorable position to become the unifying voice and gain readier access with elected officials in making a case for policy change that will drive new investment in Michigan, create jobs and reduce the exodus of our labor force; and increase the tax base.

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Where does the concept of “buying Michigan" fit within this alliance?

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An objective of this alliance is to press for incorporating a policy of local, or Michigan content in any new energy initiatives we support to provide a more level playing field to offset arriving global competitors heavily subsidized by their government.  Although local content has had minimal exposure here, the neighboring province of Ontario has had five years experience and much documented success implementing domestic content policy as part of the Green Energy and Economy Act and a related feed-in tariff program passed in 2006.

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If you were making an elevator speech, how would you summarize your mission?

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Driving Midwest Integrated Suppliers' mission is a three-pronged effort to coordinate all interested parties in reviewing and ranking initiatives that increase renewable energy-related manufacturing and services; advocate for policy change that incorporates a greater incentive to use Michigan Content; and educate audiences as to the benefits of these proposed initiatives.  In short, we will assemble one message and present it with one voice.