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Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan on Minnesota's roadmap to carbon-free electricity by 2040

Gov. Walz gestures to renewable energy workers during a press conference
Gov. Tim Walz initially announced plans to make Minnesota's electric energy carbon-free in March of 2019. Now, it's become reality.
Evan Frost | MPR News

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Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signed a bill this month requiring 100 percent carbon-free electricity in Minnesota by 2040. The new law requires Minnesota to produce energy from sources like nuclear, wind, and solar power.

So, how will Minnesota get to that goal?

Minnesota Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan discussed the plan for the transition on Climate Cast this week.

To hear the full conversation with Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, click play on the audio player above or subscribe to the Climate Cast podcast.