Redeveloping closed landfill sites into solar energy generating facilities could be part of Minnesota's conversion to a carbon-neutral energy economy.

Minnesota lawmakers agreed to spend $24 million to fund solar arrays at schools, a bid to reduce energy costs and provide STEM learning opportunities.

Minnesota legislators have approved an environmental budget bill that includes tougher vehicle emissions standards, but the battle is far from over.

Disagreements between the Democratic-led House and the Republican-led Senate over new car emission standards could push budget talks into a special session.

Renewable energy became the largest source of electricity in Minnesota in 2020 at 29%, BloombergNEF reported last week.

Minnesota Rep. Todd Lippert knows the state’s divided political environment could halt significant climate legislation, but he’s pushing forward anyway.