The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 216B.1691, subdivision 2g, to enhance the carbon-free energy standard for electric utilities. It introduces a new provision that requires electric utilities to generate or procure sufficient electricity from carbon-free energy technologies to meet specific percentage standards of their total retail electric sales by designated deadlines. This amendment aims to promote the use of renewable energy sources and reduce carbon emissions in the state's energy sector.

Additionally, the bill specifies that electricity generated from carbon-free technology includes electricity produced by peaking facilities that utilize biodiesel fuel for a limited number of hours each year. This inclusion of B100 fuel as a carbon-free energy technology underscores the state's commitment to diversifying its energy portfolio while supporting cleaner energy alternatives. The new provisions will take effect the day following final enactment.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 216B.1691