12 New Energy Measures Now Available in Michigan
Whether in your home or business, making smart energy improvements can help maximize comfort and minimize energy costs.
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Category: SmartEnergy
Fourth Annual Governor’s Energy Excellence Awards Cements Tradition Amidst Change
The event this year proved yet again that Michigan is a one-of-a-kind leader in the field of energy waste reduction, thanks to a diverse steering committee and nominees who come from all walks of life, yet share a commitment to energy efficiency.
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Michigan Saves’ Public Sector Energy Financing Program—A Win-win for Government
It is no secret that Michigan’s infrastructure is overdue for investment. And while the news is full of splashy images of cavernous potholes and rusty bridges, local governments can notch some easier wins in the battle to update aging systems.
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Women Make the Money…
…they also manage it, put it to good use, and stretch it so that missions are met and customers are served. That sentiment came into full focus today when our president and CEO, Mary Templeton, was recognized by Crain’s Detroit Business as one of Michigan’s most influential women in finance. The accolade is an incredible […]
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Michigan Saves Surges Past $100 Million in Energy Financing
Michigan Saves, a nonprofit green bank dedicated to making energy improvements easy and affordable, has surpassed a major milestone by recently financing more than $100 million in energy-efficiency and renewable energy improvements. Founded in 2009, Michigan Saves has now served more than 15,000 residents around the state.
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Michigan Saves’ Beer and Wings Contest Grows Exponentially
The expression “the third time’s a charm” certainly proved true for Michigan Saves’ unique incentive program, which rewards contractors who complete 24 or more loans in the last six months of a given year with parties to enjoy cold beer and spicy wings. In 2016 — the third year of the Beer and Wings contest — the number of winners doubled.
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And the Award Goes to . . . Michigan Saves!
If Oscars were given out for energy waste reduction, Michigan Saves would play the role of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences — working diligently behind the scenes to identify energy champions and reward them for their extraordinary efforts. In January, however, the organization was forced out of its comfortable backstage reality and into the spotlight when it was given an Inspiring Efficiency Impact Award by the Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (MEEA).
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Meet the Board: Thom Phillips Explains How the Michigan Saves and Habitat for Humanity Missions Align
Although facts and figures tell the story of Michigan Saves’ extensive efforts to improve energy efficiency in the state, we couldn’t do what we do without the talented and dedicated people who lead the organization. To that end, we’d like to introduce you – our readers – to the Michigan Saves board members. This time, Smart Energy features Thom Phillips, a sustainable-building specialist with Habitat for Humanity.
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Working with Michigan Saves Is Still Smart and Affordable, but Now It’s Even Easier!
What do self-parking cars, smart phones and luggage with wheels have in common? They are all things that make our lives easier. And, while Michigan Saves isn’t revolutionizing energy efficiency in quite the same way these inventions have transformed transit, communication and travel, it’s always looking for new ways to simplify the energy improvement financing process, especially for contractors.
Read MoreA Message from Mary Templeton
Welcome to our annual year in review. With 2016 behind us, we take this time to reflect on our accomplishments, thank our partners and supporters and set our sights on new horizons. It’s always a contemplative time for the Michigan Saves team. As I enter my fourth year as executive director, I can’t help but be inspired by how far this organization has come and how much we’ve been able to achieve with your help.
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