BY ANTHONY RIZZO
The Flint and Genesee Chamber Commerce are setting an example nationally with their use of clean energy.
A report released this week shows they have evolved to be one of the largest local chambers in the country in driving local economic development with clean energy.
The recognition comes from a "first-of-its-kind" report released by the Chambers for Innovation and Clean Energy, or CICE.
Officials say the report includes a comprehensive look at the role of the Flint and Genesee Chamber.
Diane Doucette is the Executive Director at CICE.
"They're setting a great example. They provide a very good model for local chambers around the country to replicate. And we love what they're doing because every local chamber in the country, and there are between four and six thousand chambers that could benefit by this example." Doucette said.
Doucette said the chamber excels in attracting investment, supporting business growth, and diversifying the local economy around clean and efficient energy.
Nationally, she said the progression of clean energy use has slowed because of politics.