(1) The general assembly finds, determines, and declares that:(a) The production and efficient use of energy will continue to play a central role in the future of this state and the nation as a whole; and(b) The development, production, and efficient use of renewable energy will advance the security, economic well-being, and public and environmental health of this state, as well as contributing to the energy independence of our nation.(2) The general assembly further finds, determines, and declares that the inclusion of energy efficiency and renewable energy production projects for residential and commercial use in local improvement districts, and powers conferred under this part 6, as well as the expenditures of public moneys made pursuant to this article, will serve a valid public purpose and that the enactment of this part 6 is expressly declared to be in the public interest.L. 2008: Entire section added, p. 1294, § 8, effective May 27.