SBAM Policy Position: In 2023, Michigan’s energy policy was rewritten to mandate 100 percent of energy production by renewable sources by 2040. This policy relies on yet-to-be-invented technologies that do not currently exist. SBAM opposes this policy, and supports a policy built around affordability and reliability.

No. I’m proud of the work that led to Michigan leading many other states in setting clear standards and goals that make our state ahead of the curve in advancing towards a more affordable, reliable, and clean energy future. It positions our state to lead in clean energy manufacturing and innovation while reducing pollution, protecting our water and health, and driving down energy bills. As governor, I’ll make sure small business leaders have a seat at the table when it comes to projects in their communities and that we work together with labor, policy experts, and business to do this right. If done right, this law puts Michigan in a position to lead the nation: expanding clean energy, strengthening grid reliability, and lowering costs for families at the same time. My job as governor will be to make sure those promises are fully delivered in practice, not just on paper.

I support a balanced energy portfolio that uses every available tool to ensure Michigan has reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy. As we work toward a full transition to cleaner energy sources, we must continue responsibly using existing domestic energy resources to maintain reliability and affordability. I will work to ensure Michigan’s energy future is built on innovation, resilience, and a commitment to meeting the needs of families and businesses.

Yes. Michigan’s energy policy should be focused on affordability, reliability, and energy security. I support repealing the current mandates and replacing them with a commonsense approach built around commercially proven technologies that can deliver reliable and affordable power to families, small businesses, and manufacturers. Michigan cannot afford energy policies that drive up costs, weaken reliability, and put our economic competitiveness at risk. I also support repealing Public Act 233 of 2023, which removed local control for energy projects and facilitated the destructive “green energy” mandates.

Yes. I support an all-of-the-above energy strategy that includes natural gas, nuclear, hydroelectric power, renewables where they make economic sense, biofuels, and emerging technologies. Michigan’s economy depends on reliable baseload power, and our energy policy should prioritize affordability, reliability, and American energy independence. A balanced energy portfolio will help lower costs, strengthen our electric grid, support manufacturing and job creation, and position Michigan to become an energy leader rather than an energy-dependent state.