Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm

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Energy and the Auto
Granholm helped boost Michigan's economy by crafting and pushing through tax incentives for companies exploring electric car battery technologies. Shortly after the bill was signed, four firms announced plans to expand into Michigan, investing a total of $1.7 billion in local facilities. In the photo above, the governor poses with Chevrolet's Volt concept vehicle, the company's flagship electric car.

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