Advanced energy as an economic development opportunity is a relatively new paradigm. Until recently, the industry was focused on regulatory and environmental issues and was not thought of as a job creator. Within the last 5 -7 years it has become a huge economic opportunity that regions, states and the nation as a whole are trying to capture. But, how do we make sure that we are harnessing the entire system of regional, state and federal efforts to create that economic impact? By creating an organization from the bottom up! It may sound a little glib but the effort is turning into a great opportunity to collaborate nationally and accelerate competitiveness in advanced energy.
Today, NorTech and seven of Ohio’s energy focused business organizations announced that we have formed a new statewide partnership. This new organization, Advanced Energy Economy Ohio (AEE Ohio), will seek to drive the development of advanced energy to boost Ohio’s economy and competitiveness. The purpose of this collaboration is to increase our capacity statewide to accelerate the energy economy, to have good reliable data and to advocate for effective policies. AEE Ohio is one of the first regional advanced energy organizations in the country that will feed into an emerging national coalition focused on growing America’s energy economy.
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Author: Rebecca O. Bagley
