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Utah
Utah Governor Jon Huntsman, Jr. has declared clean energy a top priority in Utah, as a means to improve efficiency, reduce energy demand and enhance the environment while saving money and creating jobs. He signed a bill into law in March 2006 creating an energy advisor and establishing an energy policy for Utah that includes energy efficiency and renewable energy. In April 2006, Huntsman released his comprehensive energy efficiency plan "Advancing Energy Efficiency in the State" and in May 2006 issued an executive order setting a goal to increase statewide energy efficiency 20% by 2015. One of his top priorities is for the Utah state government to lead by example and demonstrate the energy, environment and economic benefits of clean energy to its citizens, businesses and industries. Utah will expand upon their successes and deliver the state to the next level of innovation and economic growth. Through this partnership, Utah believes the technical support, information and network of other state partners they gain access to will be key to their success in positioning themselves as a national leader on clean energy.
