Blueprint Brief 20: Make strategic investments in clean energy technology and conservation

Type: Blueprint for Opportunity 2006
Published Date: August 22, 2006
Author: Jones, Rich

State government can lead the way by insisting that all state buildings, whether state-owned or leased, meet the highest standards for energy efficiency. State government should also convert its fleet to alternative fuel and hybrid vehicles as quickly as possible. The Office of Economic Development should also target more of its grant and loan portfolio toward projects that promote renewable energy technologies.