(a) It is the purpose of this division to carry out and make effective the findings of the Legislature pursuant to Sections 25004, 25004.2, 25004.3, 25007, and 26001, and to that end to provide industry within this state with an alternative method of financing in providing and promoting the establishment of both of the following:
(1) Facilities utilizing alternative methods and sources of energy.
(2) Facilities needed for the development and commercialization of advanced transportation technologies.
(b) The Legislature hereby finds and declares that the facilities specified in subdivision (a) are necessary to meet the energy and transportation needs of this state and to guarantee the health and welfare of the citizens of this state.