Key issues: Energy

Our approach

The Minnesota Chamber believes in the triple goal of affordable, reliable and cleaner energy. Meeting all three parts of this goal is essential for Minnesota businesses to remain competitive regionally, nationally and globally.

While Minnesota has enacted a 100% carbon-free by 2040 mandate, market forces and voluntary commitments were already driving transformational changes in energy supply and use. Whether it’s reducing carbon emissions in their operations, making more sustainable products, or helping their suppliers and customers undertake the same ambitious plans to reduce environmental impact are real and ongoing.

Business community priorities

Ensure reliable, safe and cost-effective power at competitive prices.
Support Minnesota businesses’ sustainability goals while keeping rates competitive.
Encourage a balanced approach to grid and transmission modernization that achieves affordable, reliable and cleaner energy.
Explore innovative pricing approaches for competitive electricity rates for C/I consumers.
Reform the PUC and Department of Commerce regulatory and appointment process.
Support and promote cost-effective energy efficiency opportunities throughout the state.
Maintain existing nuclear facilities and explore the future of nuclear energy.