SAINT PAUL, Minn. – For the first time, Governor Tim Walz (D-Minn.) officially proclaimed September 23-27, 2024, as Clean Energy Week in Minnesota. This proclamation was issued in conjunction with the 8th Annual National Clean Energy Week (NCEW).  

“I commend Governor Walz for recognizing Clean Energy Week in Minnesota,” said Heather Reams, chair of NCEW. “Advancing clean energy projects across the country is not only good environmental stewardship, but it is also economically prudent as it spurs the creation of jobs in local communities and strengthens state economies all while providing affordable, reliable clean energy to residents. Governor Walz understands this, and I am encouraged by Minnesota’s potential to lead the rest of the nation in clean energy innovation and investment.” 

“Clean energy is critical to the future of Minnesota, our nation and our world,” Governor Walz stated in the proclamation. “Clean and readily abundant forms of energy are powering more homes and businesses in Minnesota than ever before.” 

As Governor Walz’s proclamation highlights, Minnesota’s clean energy sector employs almost 60,000 workers and is growing 50 percent faster than the rest of the economy. In addition, zero-carbon sources generated 54 percent of Minnesota’s power last year, providing the majority of Minnesota’s electricity for the fourth consecutive year. 

Last year, 37 governors and 49 municipalities issued proclamations to recognize Clean Energy Week. Learn more about the state proclamations here. 

Founded in 2017, NCEW serves as a bipartisan forum convening clean energy leaders and advocates from across the country. The week features dynamic programming, including the Policymakers Symposium—a free, two-day in-person event that spotlights elected officials, business leaders, advocates, policymakers, investors and trade association voices who are committed to promoting clean energy. 

For more details on NCEW, including sponsorship opportunities, remote and in-person events, and registration for the Policymakers Symposium, please visit the NCEW website at www.nationalcleanenergyweek.org.