Clean Energy Minnesota is advancing sound policy solutions to limit and substantially reduce Minnesota's global warming pollution over time. These policies will move Minnesota toward energy independence, strengthen our economy and protect the state's vibrant natural heritage.

In 2007, the Legislature and the Governor agreed that now is the time to begin deep reductions in global warming pollution. Interim and long-term goals for reducing greenhouse gas emissions 80 percent from current levels by 2050 were established. An economy-wide climate change action plan designed to meet those goals will be before the Legislature when it convenes in February, 2008.

The Clean Energy Minnesota initiative will start reversing the trend of ever-growing global warming pollution. By reducing global warming pollution from cars and trucks, homes and businesses, the utility sector and other industries, Minnesota will build a new, clean energy economy and achieve the goals set forth in Minnesota law.