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Liesl Clark

Liesl Clark is director of the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy. She was appointed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.

Articles

Opinion | Carbon-neutral goal offers Michigan a cleaner, healthier future

September 29, 2020 Liesl Clark in

Guest Commentary

In setting the goal of making Michigan carbon-neutral by 2050, Gov. Whitmer let businesses know that the state will be a welcoming, committed partner in ensuring the state has a more prosperous future.

Opinion | New electric school buses will benefit student health in Michigan

October 10, 2019 Liesl Clark in

Guest Commentary

Seven Michigan communities will have electric buses on the road soon.

Opinion | It’s time to invest in Michigan’s environment and economy

April 3, 2019 Liesl Clark in

Guest Commentary

The director of the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality makes a pitch for environmental cleanup as an economic engine.

Three ways Michigan can lead on electric vehicles

October 17, 2017 Liesl Clark in

Guest Commentary

There are policy barriers that must be overcome for Michigan to lead the nation in the EV revolution.