04/30/2024 | News release | Distributed by Public on 04/30/2024 09:12
On April 11, volunteers and staff from USGBC Minnesota joined the eighth annual Clean Energy Business Day in Saint Paul, Minnesota, to support the state's 100% clean energy by 2040 commitment.
USGBC, along with the Center for Energy and Environment, Clean Grid Alliance and Minnesota Solar Energy Industries Project, helped organize the largest Clean Energy Business Day yet, with over 200 people signing up to attend. Joining them in spirit was Gov. Tim Walz, who previously declared April 11 to be Clean Energy Business Day.
USGBC connected with many legislators and in-state partners to share our resources and enthusiasm for the state's climate action framework and its economy-wide net zero goal. The top bills we discussed focused on resilient buildings.
ECO Act Update: HF4574 | SF4562
Residential Energy Standards: HF 4242 | SF 4204
C-PACE Update: HF 3946 | SF3535
USGBC Minnesota and the Minnesota legislature have a shared interest in improving the quality of life for all residents. We applaud the work of the sponsors noted above who are leading the efforts to transform buildings and communities into healthy, vibrant and sustainable spaces.
If you would like to join our volunteers in future advocacy activities, consider attending one of our upcoming events, and get involved with our community projects as a volunteer or join USGBC's Advocacy Working Group.