Clean Energy Committed
Minnesota Climate & Energy Policy 2026
Renewable energy goals, fossil fuel dependence, solar and wind rankings, and how climate and energy shape Minnesota politics ahead of 2026.
Clean Energy Committed
Energy Profile
#29
National Solar Rank
Yes
EV Incentives
No (but wind very strong
Offshore Wind
Key Energy Policies
| Renewable Portfolio Standard | 100% clean by 2040 (2023) |
| Carbon/Climate Target | Net zero by 2050 |
| EV Incentives | Yes |
| Offshore Wind | No (but wind very strong onshore) |
| Fossil Fuel Dependence | Moderate and declining (wind dominant, coal declining) |
Energy System Overview
Minnesota passed 100% clean energy legislation in 2023 as part of its Democratic trifecta agenda. The state has strong wind resources and growing solar. Minnesota is transitioning away from coal rapidly.
2026 Political Impact
Minnesota is a 2026 Senate battleground. Clean energy jobs and energy costs are major issues. Wind energy is popular across party lines due to rural economic benefits from turbine leases.