Description
The State of Michigan's Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy is seeking a contractor to develop a Renewables Ready Communities Strategic Plan. The plan should identify potential areas for renewable energy development, analyze barriers to implementation, and provide strategic recommendations to achieve the state's 2030 and 2050 renewable energy goals. The contractor will be required to conduct stakeholder engagement, provide a detailed analysis and recommendations, and submit a final strategic plan. The contract is expected to begin on June 15, 2026, and last for one year.
Some key aspects of the project include:
• Assessing renewable energy opportunities across the state
• Analyzing barriers to renewable energy implementation and providing solutions
• Estimating land requirements for renewable energy development
• Developing a comprehensive roadmap to achieve the state's renewable energy goals
• Conducting stakeholder engagement and integrating feedback into the final plan
• Providing a draft and final strategic plan, including maps and visualizations of potential development sites
The State is looking for a contractor with experience in renewable energy development, policy analysis, and stakeholder engagement. The contractor should be able to provide a detailed project plan, including a timeline, milestones, and deliverables.