As I sit at home during a Minnesota storm, I sometimes think about what it would mean if the power went out. Sure, it is an inconvenience for me, but then I think about the lineworker who leaves their family, answers the call, and heads out into the elements. They are performing a dangerous and demanding job, often in extreme cold, ice, or wind, to restore power so that homes, farms, and businesses stay connected.

Minnesota has set one of the most aggressive carbon-free energy standards in the country, requiring utilities to achieve 100% carbonfree electricity by 2040. While the law allows continued operation of the state’s three existing nuclear plants, a longstanding moratorium prohibits construction of new nuclear facilities. As those plants age and electricity demand continues to rise, it is reasonable and responsible to ask whether that policy still serves Minnesota’s longterm needs.

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