PROLIM is proud to announce a strategic Corporate Partnership with Lawrence Technological University (LTU) in the implementation and support of a new PLM Digital Manufacturing Innovation Lab that LTU will be implementing in 2014 with their recent $40 million dollar in-kind grant from Siemens PLM.More

The Energy Department released three new reports today showcasing strong growth across the U.S. fuel cell and hydrogen technologies market – continuing America’s leadership in clean energy innovation and providing U.S. businesses more affordable, cleaner transportation and power options. According to these reports, the United States continues to be one of the world’s largest and fastest growing markets for fuel cell and hydrogen technologies. In 2012, nearly 80 percent of total investment in the global fuel cell industry was made in U.S. companies.More

NOAA’s Restoration Center announces a federal funding opportunity (FFO) for habitat restoration in U.S. Great Lakes Areas of Concern. The FFO is available at www.grants.gov, funding number NOAA-NMFS-HCPO-2014-2003974 (“NOAA Great Lakes Habitat Restoration Program Project Grants under the U.S. Great Lakes Restoration Initiative in Areas of Concern”). The closing date is February 26, 2014.More

Michiganders have cause for celebration today following Governor Rick Snyder’s energy policy announcement delivered this morning. The speech boasted the state’s smart, forward-thinking approach to adaptability, reliability, affordability, and protection of the environment. These remarks come as a refreshing example of what a Midwest state is capable and willing to do for the benefit of its citizens, economy, and country.

A few particularly encouraging points on energy efficiency, renewables, and pollution reduction made this morning illuminate areas of real progress and warrant special attention.More

Automation Alley, Michigan’s largest technology business association, is partnering with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, Oakland County and Oakland County Michigan Works! to host OakTech Connect, Jan. 26-29, an expense-paid, invitation-only hiring event for experienced, highly skilled IT professionals.More

With thousands of Michiganders still without power as a result of the recent ice storm to hit the state, State Fire Marshal Richard Miller today urges consumers to take extra safety precautions while using generators when the power is out, especially to reduce risk of injury or death from carbon monoxide poisoning, a silent killer that builds up quickly without any warning signs or odors.More

December 18, 2013
Dear Friends:
It is my pleasure to inform you that Councilmember-Elect Scott Benson (District 3) has
agreed to take over the leadership of the Detroit City Council Green Task Force effective in
2014.More

Michigan Shifting Gears, an intensive career transition initiative sponsored by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, kicks off two new three-month sessions on Tuesday, January 21, 2014. Registration for the Winter 2014 session is open now through Friday, January 10. The sessions are taking place in Ann Arbor and the Great Lakes Bay region.More

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced the release of chemical screening data accessible through the new interactive Chemical Safety for Sustainability or iCSS Dashboard. The iCSS Dashboard provides access to data from innovative screening technologies for chemicals that are found in industrial and consumer products, food additives and drugs.More