Your connection to Minnesota’s clean energy business community

Clean Energy Economy MN (CEEM) educates Minnesotans and policymakers about the significant economic opportunities provided by clean, reliable and affordable energy.

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Download the 2026 Minnesota Clean Energy Factsheet

Minnesota has once again affirmed its leadership in the clean energy transition. The newly released 2026 Minnesota Energy Factsheet, developed by Clean Energy Economy Minnesota (CEEM) and the Business Council for Sustainable Energy (BCSE) with research by BloombergNEF and data from the Minnesota Department of Commerce, shows the state made significant strides in cutting emissions, maintaining a majority-zero-carbon power mix, and reducing reliance on imported electricity.

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Press Releases

NEW REPORT: Carbon-free sources provide Minnesota the majority of its electricity for sixth straight year

April 30, 2026

The 2026 Minnesota Energy Factsheet shows Minnesota continuing to lead on clean energy. For the sixth consecutive year, zero‑carbon sources (renewables and nuclear) supplied a majority of Minnesota’s electricity. In 2025, these resources accounted for 55% of total generation, compared with a national average of 43%.

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Clean Energy Business Day

Every year, CEEM and industry partners host a day at the Minnesota State Capitol to celebrate how Minnesota’s clean energy businesses impact our economy. Watch our recap video below.

Read the 2025 Clean Jobs Midwest report

The clean energy industry continues to drive family-sustaining job creation in Minnesota, adding nearly 1,700 jobs across the
state last year. Close to 64,000 Minnesotans now work in energy efficiency, renewable energy, electric vehicle manufacturing, and other clean energy-related fields, an increase of over 2 percent from a year earlier.
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Press Releases

Minnesota clean energy jobs reach new peak in 2024, nearing 64,000

October 15, 2025

Minnesota’s clean energy workforce grew to a record 63,802 jobs in 2024, adding nearly 1,700 positions across energy efficiency, renewable energy, and grid technologies. The sector grew faster than the overall state economy, with nearly 40% of these jobs located in Greater Minnesota, supporting affordable, reliable energy and local economic growth.

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About us

Learn more about us

CEEM provides the business voice for energy efficiency and clean energy in Minnesota. As an industry-led, nonprofit organization we promote the business case for clean energy to drive innovation and expand market opportunities.

Our history

CEEM was founded in 2016 by business leaders in the state’s clean energy industry to fill a gap in the energy efficiency and clean energy policy space.

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What we do

CEEM develops and supports public policies that promote the growth of clean energy jobs and the economic opportunities provided by clean, affordable and reliable energy.

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Who we are

The CEEM team focuses on sharing stories and connecting the needs of energy efficiency and clean energy businesses with decision makers at all levels of government.

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Upcoming Events

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In-person Event

MN Energy Innovation Summit

October 19, 2026 – October 19, 2026

Join us on October 19 at the McNamara Alumni Center for a day of cutting-edge technology, insightful presentations, and invaluable networking opportunities with the leaders driving Minnesota’s energy and electrification…

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In 2025, 55% of Minnesota’s electricity came from zero-carbon sources, including 33% from renewable energy. It marked the fifth consecutive year that a majority of the state’s power came from carbon-free generation.

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Latest News

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Newsletters

September 2026

September 3, 2026

EV expansion, grid upgrades, and what’s ahead this fall

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Newsletters

August 2026

August 13, 2026

Minnesota primary sets the stage for November

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Blog

2026 Legislative Session Recap

July 21, 2026

Despite a divided Legislature, Minnesota advanced clean energy in 2026 through bipartisan support for sustainable aviation fuel and grid modernization.

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Membership

Our membership consists of over 40 energy efficiency and clean energy companies ranging from start-up businesses to Fortune 100 and 500 corporations.

Our members are individuals and organizations interested in growing markets for renewable energy like wind, solar, biomass, energy efficient HVAC, lighting, and advanced building materials. We work with people passionate about energy storage and smart grids, along with leaders developing clean fuels and advanced transportation solutions.

Member benefits

As a member, you will gain unprecedented access to decision makers, policymakers and get connected with community and business leadership.

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Member testimonials

“CEEM provides a powerful, and much needed voice for clean energy businesses.”

— Ben Granley, President of Werner Electric

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Current members

Our members are individuals and organizations interested in growing markets for renewable energy like wind, solar, biomass, energy efficient HVAC, lighting, advanced building materials, energy storage, clean fuels and more.

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