Michigan has emerged as a national leader in the clean energy sector following a series of ambitious state laws enacted by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, according to a report released Monday.⁠ ⁠ With investments from the federal Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), Whitmer signed a package of bills in November 2023 aimed at creating tens of thousands of jobs, reducing energy costs for families, expanding access to alternative energy sources, setting new carbon emission standards, and requiring utility companies to become more energy efficient.⁠ ⁠ Michigan now has more clean energy projects than any other state — 62 — creating 21,748 jobs and receiving more than $26.6 billion in new investments, according to a report released Monday by 5 Lakes Energy, a firm specializing in clean energy policy, sustainability, and environmental consulting.⁠ ⁠ Read more at the link in bio.⁠ ⁠ #CleanEnergy #MichiganNews #GovWhitmer #MetroTimes