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Understand the basics associated with fossil fuels, wind power, biomass, hydrogen fuel, tidal power, solar power, geothermal energy, hydroelectric energy, and nuclear energy. Learn how energy impacts the MI economy. Access the oil production/consumption map of the U.S. and the Petroleum Profile for Michigan. Watch a video-clip titled "Oil Shock."

Recognize how renewable energy captures energy from existing flows of energy associated with on-going natural processes and view Michigan's renewable energy maps and diagrams for biomass and wind power.

Realize how demands for energy can be met through increased energy efficiency and find out which Energy Efficiency Demonstration Center is closest to you.

Learn how increases in energy costs disproportionately affect low-income and minority households and about the importance of building energy efficient affordable housing.

Read comparisons of labor estimates associated with traditional and renewable energy and understand the potential of renewable energy to create jobs and strengthen the economy in the U.S. and in Michigan.

Read about national perspectives and policy on energy, including the Energy Policy Act of 2005 and a special report from the bipartisan National Commission on Energy Policy.

Browse these links to learn to access more information about energy issues in the U.S. and in Michigan.

CED AWARD:

(http://www.cedp.msu.edu/whatsnew.html) Nominate colleagues or yourself for the Academic Scholarship or Best Practice Award in community economic development. Eligible applicants include practitioners, faculty, staff, students, programs, and organizations in Michigan. Nominations are due on March 15, 2006.

CEDP's 19th Annual Institute-Responsibly Investing in Michigan's Future: Community Development Investment Strategies-will be held on April 5, 2006 in the Kellogg Center on MSU's campus. Make plans to attend by registering now.