2026 Minnesota Energy Factsheet
The Minnesota Energy Factsheet is an annual publication from Clean Energy Economy MN, in partnership with the Business Council for Sustainable Energy (BCSE) and BloombergNEF, that provides up-to-date information about Minnesota’s energy landscape. The Minnesota Energy Factsheet is a companion to BCSE’s 2026 Sustainable Energy in America Factbook . This report features data contributions from BloombergNEF and the Minnesota Department of Commerce.
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The Minnesota Energy Factsheet is a companion to the 2026 Sustainable Energy in America Factbook. This project is made possible with partnership from the Business Council for Sustainable Energy and data contributions from BloombergNEF and the Minnesota Department of Commerce.
The Factsheet outlines key trends in the energy sector. As America continues its transformation to cleaner, cheaper, and more reliable energy, Minnesota continues to be a leader both regionally and nationally.
These statistics, along with other highlights described below, show how Minnesota is working to create a strong clean energy economy. To receive the most recent data on the clean energy jobs that are facilitating this work, visit our Clean Jobs Midwest report.
Read the full reportKey findings from the factsheet
Of electricity provided by renewables
Renewable sources provided 33% of Minnesota’s electricity including wind, solar, hydro and biomass.
Of power from zero-carbon sources
Zero-carbon sources produced the majority of Minnesota’s electricity for the sixth consecutive year, outpacing the national average of 43%.
Greenhouse gas emissions reach record low
Emissions are now 48% below 2005 levels, well beyond the national reduction of 38%.
EVs registered in Minnesota
Minnesota set a new record for annual EV registrations in 2025, nearing 100,000 total EV registrations as of January 2026.
Minnesota's electricity generation mix in 2025
Minnesota capacity build and retirements
“This year’s Minnesota Energy Factsheet shows what steady, long‑term commitment can deliver. Even as electricity demand grows, Minnesota is generating a majority of its power from zero‑carbon sources for the sixth straight year, holding emissions at record lows, and strengthening energy independence and affordability. The result is a reliable, cost‑effective energy system built for the next generation of growth and a clear model for others to follow.”
Gregg Mast
Executive Director, Clean Energy Economy MN
Minnesota emissions hit record low
“Minnesota has a real opportunity right now to build an energy future that works better for everyone. By bringing state and federal resources together and partnering across sectors, we can deliver cleaner air, more stable communities, good local jobs, and more economic opportunity—while showing the country what a strong, affordable clean energy future can look like. As Minnesota moves toward 100% clean energy by 2040, we can lead the way in making sure those benefits reach every community.”
Ben Passer
Program Director, Midwest Climate & Energy, McKnight Foundation
Minnesota is a leader in energy efficiency
Minnesota is ranked first in the Midwest and eleventh in the country for its overall energy efficiency programs according to the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy.
Since 2001, Minnesota’s energy productivity has jumped 38%, including an 8% increase in the past five years.
More EVs are on Minnesota roads than ever
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