Advance Next Generation Energy

Five years ago, our state took a big bipartisan step to cleaner energy and a stronger economy, proving that we can create thousands of jobs. But our work is not done. Now, we have an opportunity to take the next big step forward – transitioning to clean, renewable energy like wind and solar power, increasing energy efficiency, and making it easier to generate local power. We can’t afford to wait. We must promote clean, renewable energy, [...]

MN350 Joins Groundbreaking Clean Energy and Jobs Campaign

MN350 and the Advance Next Generation Energy Campaign is proud to be joining over 35 other organizations to create the Minnesota Clean Energy and Jobs Campaign. The campaign answers Governor Dayton’s call to establish Minnesota’s sustainable energy future this legislative session and beyond – and promotes economic, energy and climate solutions supported by the majority of Minnesota voters. We are mobilizing the energy of labor, youth, faith groups, environment and conservation interests and clean energy [...]

Stunning 40,000+ Rally in DC for Forward on Climate

What a day! Over 40,000 people, including over 200 Minnesotans poured into the streets of Washington, DC on Sunday 2/17 to push President Obama to take our nation “Forward on Climate” and say no to the Keystone XL pipeline.  70 Minnesotans departed on the “Earth Train” Friday, to enjoy two days of singing, story telling, teaching and visiting on the train.   Over 100 more boarded two buses on Saturday to arrive just in time for [...]

Riding the Earth Train to Washington

Minnesotans Depart for Forward on Climate Rally This morning 70 Minnesotans discovered that changing one word can change the world. As they gathered at the St Paul Amtrak station, a flash mob blossomed singing, “ride on the earth train,” a heartfelt adaptation of Cat Steven’s “Peace Train.” The dream of an earth train was born on November 30th as Susan and Jim Lenfestey left Bill McKibben’s Do the Math Tour feeling inspired and ready for [...]

Thank You Governor Dayton

Tonight Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton gave his 2013 State of the State speech.  We are thrilled to see that he has taken a strong stand for a clean energy economy.  Thanks to all those who called and wrote to the governor to encourage him to do so! “No one can endure the severe droughts or floods of recent years or our milder snow-scarce winters without being greatly alarmed. If you’re not, talk with my good [...]

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Divestment Minnesota

350.org launched a new fossil fuel divestment campaign this past fall, and in less than 4 months campaigns have sprung up on over 250 colleges and universities across the country.  In the picture on the right, you can see Bill McKibben meeting with student leaders from around Minnesota.  From big schools like the University of Minnesota to small liberal arts colleges like Gustavus Adolphus College, the idea of divestment is spreading like wildfire.  Active campaigns [...]

Minneapolis Energy Options

Energy costs are rising and energy pollution is causing significant global problems. We often feel powerless to change things. But we have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to put cleaner, more affordable, and more local energy on the agenda right here in Minneapolis. Energy Choices for Minneapolis from John Farrell In this exciting campaign citizens of Minneapolis will have a once in 20 year opportunity to weigh in on how they get their power.   Here is [...]

Take Action!

What an exciting month for Minnesota Climate and Energy policy.  We encourage you to get involved in a number of key ways: Attend Energy Omnibus Hearings During these hearings, committees will combine elements from several energy bills. Hearing on the Energy Omnibus Bill (HF956) House Energy Policy Committee Wednesday, March 13, 6:00PM Room 500N, State Office Building Hearing on the Solar Electricity Standard and small power production (SF901) Senate Environment and Energy Committee Thursday, March [...]