MSU hosts Michigan Earth Tour
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — The Michigan Economic and Development Corporation's first ever Chief Growth Officer Hilary Doe is on a mission to highlight impactful clean energy and sustainability efforts across mid-Michigan.
'We've talked to 6000 plus young people across the country who let us know the majority of them want to live in a place that's investing more in sustainability. I really believe that there's a market here and that our startups and our small businesses are going to kind of continue seeing it and thriving in it.' said Doe.
Doe says that not only will the eco-friendly sustainability in Michigan help the environment, but also the job market.
'We have the fastest growing clean energy jobs sector in America. We're projecting 160,000 clean energy jobs over the next decade and they're already growing quickly here in Michigan.' said Doe
Founder of Lansing startup Takeout Takeout, Kendra Schneider, says its her responsibility to take a stand for the future of sustainability.
'I want to restore that hierarchy and get the operations put in place so we can have a sustainable future in Michigan.' said Schneider.
In the end, Doe hopes that Michiganders will have pride and embrace the home-grown natural resources right here in mid-Michigan.
'You know, Michigan is such a special place. As we all know, we are home to 20% of the world's fresh water, 3000 miles of coast coastline. So, I think we've always known that conservation is a critical part of our growth strategy, and we should shout about it loud and proud.' said Doe.
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