I have long been a proponent of green technologies. In addition to what they can do for the environment, there is a huge chance to change our local (and national) economy. With the upsurge in new green ideas and products, there is ample opportunity for growth and change. While manufacturing is down across the entire country, the green sector of manufacturing is seeing a growth. The latest tax credits for energy reduction will only help to spur on this growth. The question is, where will these green products be made-here or abroad? When it comes to manufacturing, the Great Lakes Region is the place to be. With ample transportation available, central location to most of America’s population, and vast experience in the manufacturing sector, Cleveland is ripe and ready for this investment. We have plenty of open space, real estate and a ready work force that is hungry to start! I hope that we can encourage our local leaders to make green technologies the driving force for our economy. For Cleveland, the answer IS blowing in the wind.
There is a great company called Clipper Wind Power in Iowa. They should be a role model for our region!
Take a minute to see what I mean!The video makes it quite clear!
Tags: Energy, Solar Power, Wind Power
