Executive Directive No. 2006-2, 21st Century Energy Plan, mandates planning and development of safe, affordable and renewable energy resources for the State of Michigan. Specifically regarding alternative energy, the Order states:

• The appropriate use and application of energy efficiency, alternative energy technology, and renewable energy technologies shall be consistent with the goal of assuring reliable, safe, clean and affordable energy.
• A renewable portfolio standard shall be created that establishes targets for the share of this state’s energy consumption derived from renewable energy sources.
• The state’s economic interest in ensuring development of the intellectual capital, financing, infrastructure, and other resources necessary for continued growth of alternative and renewable energy technologies within the state shall be fostered.

For the full text of Executive Directive No. 2006-2, click here.