On August 12, 2020, Xcel Energy announced a new electric vehicle vision aimed at saving customers money and reducing carbon emissions from the transportation sector.
Energy Transition
What’s Up With “Clean Car Standards” and Why Do They Matter for Minnesotans?
Clean car standards would provide cleaner air and climate solutions for our state, but the initiative has been under attack from opponents since the Governor announced it in late 2019.
A First Look at Xcel’s $3B Clean Energy Proposal
Xcel Energy released an ambitious plan to jumpstart Minnesota’s economic recovery by accelerating spending on clean energy investments. There are still many unknowns, but our policy staff dove in to draw some initial conclusions. Take a look at what they’re celebrating and what needs more work.
Report: Transit and Electric Vehicles Drive MN Job Growth
New report shows major jobs and economic benefits from investing in transit and EVs.
Legislative and Policy Goals Amidst COVID-19
With the end of session looming, the Minnesota Legislature has begun to hear consensus business, including some much needed clean energy initiatives.
Advancing Energy and Equity at the Minnesota Legislature
Two weeks into what’s shaping up to be a fast-paced legislative session, we’re striving to make sure that all clean energy policies at the Capitol have equity at their core.