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Unprecedented investments poised to make Minnesota an energy innovation hotspot
In my two decades of working in the clean energy industry and engaging with the Minnesota Legislature, I have never before seen progress on energy and climate like I did this session. The package of bills passed this year is nothing short of transformative for Minnesota’s energy industry. Starting with the passage of the 100% […]
Permitting reform is a necessity to achieve emissions goals
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which was largely the work of negotiations between Sen. Joe Manchin and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, includes roughly $370 billion for clean energy investments — from large-scale commercial projects to credits and rebates for consumers — all of which will work to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S. […]
Why investing in clean energy is a smart move for Minnesota | Opinion
Minnesota’s clean energy industry is a bright spot in our state’s resilient and innovative economy. And a new economic analysis shows even greater potential for state economic development and growth, as long as we make the right investments in energy efficiency and clean energy technologies. Prior to the pandemic, our state was home to 61,800 […]