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SummaryThe Michigan Local Energy Survey (MiLES) was conducted by CLOSUP in Fall 2019 on behalf of the Michigan...
MissionConduct, support, and disseminate high-quality applied academic research on state and local policies...
SummaryThe CLOSUP Wind Project aims to improve understanding of state and local policy issues related to utility-scale...
OverviewThe Ford School BA in Public Policy is a liberal arts degree, based in the social sciences, that gives students...
SummaryCLOSUP's Energy and Environmental Policy Initiative (EEPI), launched in the fall of 2012, is a program of...
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Intergovernmental collaboration on sustainability and energy issues among Michigan local governments
Sep 30, 2020
Abstract
This report presents the opinions of Michigan’s local government leaders regarding current and potential local government collaboration on a range of sustainability and energy policies. These findings are based on statewide surveys of local government leaders...
Aug 18, 2020
Samantha VanDyke*, University of Michigan
Abstract
New York (NY) is located in the northeastern part of the United States (U.S.) and is home to the largest U.S. city. It is the 4th most populous state and also has the 3rd biggest economy in the U.S. New Yorkers...
Jan 01, 2020
Sharon Hu*, Sacha-Rose Phillips*, Samantha VanDyke*, University of Michigan
Abstract
Minnesota is forward-thinking when it comes to renewable energy policy. The state boasts a decently aggressive renewable portfolio standard (RPS) and has democratic leadership that...
Jan 01, 2020
Emily Blackmer*, Katherine Cunningham*, Zoe Fullem*, University of Michigan
Abstract
With valuable wind and solar energy resources, a history of ranking in the top states for hydroelectric power, and a governor focused on climate change action, Oregon is poised to...
Jan 01, 2020
Kseniya Husak*, Jackie Wrage*, Malika Begum*, University of Michigan
Abstract
The cowboy state of Wyoming more than lives up to its reputation as a rugged, big, beautiful place. Between Yosemite in the West and vast prairies in the East, stupendous mineral deposits...
Apr 01, 2020
Abigail M. Randall**, University of Michigan
Abstract
The Great Lakes contain most of the United States’ freshwater as well as provide deep cultural and economic connections for the residents of the region. This connection creates an opportunity for bipartisanship...
Jan 01, 2020
Austin Glass*, Karl Hoesch*, Nocona Sanders*, University of Michigan
Abstract
Iowa is located in both the geographic center of the United States and at center stage for the nation’s energy transition from fossil fuels to renewables. For the last three decades, Iowa...
Jan 01, 2020
Molly Blondell*, Akshat Kasliwal*, Doug Noe*, Owen Watson*, University of Michigan
Abstract
Californians have a strong history of environmentalism and progressive energy policies, dating back to the days of the gold rush. Some have posited that Californians care so...
May 01, 2020
Senna Catenacci
Abstract
The city of Detroit, Michigan, is undergoing a development boom unlike anything it has seen in recent years. The District Detroit is one such project, pioneered by one of the city’s most recognized families. What is difficult to discern,...
May 01, 2020
Trevor J. Force
Abstract
As the effects of climate change intensify and Earth’s supply of fossil fuels continues to dwindle in the face of expanding consumerism and rising populations, the development of clean energy alternatives is more important than ever....
May 01, 2020
Adam Carpenter
Abstract
Early conservation efforts were focused on setting aside lands to remain undeveloped and for plant and animal species to have a protected zone. Shifting environmental problems such as climate change have created a need for conservation...
May 01, 2020
Livvy Hintz
Abstract
As policymakers progress further into finding sustainable, renewable energy solutions for the United States, local and state governments have been fixating on solar power. The price of solar energy has dropped dramatically in recent years — but...
May 01, 2020
Meghan Monaghan
Abstract
Literature suggests that incorporating urban agricultural practices into urban planning and policy making could be an effective method of improving economic and environmental sustainability, as well as increasing urban food security if...
May 01, 2020
Michael Ngan
Abstract
Because of an absence of federal policies in the US mandating green building certification, this paper aims to explore if local policy efforts can, as an alternative, effectively drive sustainable design and increase the number of green...
May 01, 2020
Anya Satyawadi
Abstract
In recent years, natural gas production has increased greatly in the United States. This is, in large part, because of an attempt to decrease dependence on foreign energy sources. With increased use of natural gas comes the use of hydraulic...
