Tune in as J. Drake Hamilton and other Midwest leaders speak LIVE from COP26 in Glasgow on November 8 at 10 a.m. Central!
carbon emissions
13 years in the rearview: The making of Clean Cars Minnesota
Every day, Minnesotans drive more than 123 million miles—the distance from Earth to the sun, and halfway back again. These miles add up to a massive amount of greenhouse gas emissions, making cars and trucks the number one source of climate pollution for the transportation sector in our state. While Minnesota is working to curb the number of vehicle miles traveled by increasing investments in electrification and in public transit, bicycle, and pedestrian infrastructure, more must be done to reduce the emissions from vehicles on the road. That’s where clean car standards come into play.
Landmark EPA ruling to phase down HFCs will deliver health and climate benefits for all, including Minnesotans
Last week, the United States Environmental Protection Agency announced that it is moving to phase down production and consumption of hydrofluorocarbons.
Cutting Carbon and Increasing Savings: A Win-Win for Minnesotans
Xcel Energy has announced that it will change how it operates two of their Minnesota coal plants throughout the year, which projects to result in a 60% reduction in carbon emissions and millions of dollars in savings for customers.
Minnesota Energy At-A-Glance
Have you ever wondered how much electricity is generated from natural gas vs. renewables? Or which sectors have the highest greenhouse gas emissions? Learn that and more with our handy infographic!
Fresh Energy Statement: Tailpipe Emissions Rollbacks are Another Threat to Public Health and Freedom
Federal tailpipe emissions rollbacks starkly illustrate the need for the type of state-level action and committed health, safety, and climate leadership shown by Governor Tim Walz and his administration.
