MN_PUC

Thursday at 10 a.m.: Commission meeting considers Certificate of Need applications for two transmission line projects, Xcel Energy's 2025 Transportation Electrification Plan, and more. Open to the public and livestreamed: mn.gov/puc/about-us/c…

The Commission meets Thursday at 10 a.m. On the agenda: 🔹Rulemaking to amend the definition of "Capacity" 🔹Xcel Energy's Capacity*Connect program All meetings are open to the public and livestreamed. 🔗 mn.gov/puc/about-us/c…

The MN PUC meets Thursday at 10 a.m. On the agenda: Xcel Energy's MISO ERAS power purchase agreements and a completeness review of the PowerOn Midwest High Voltage Transmission Line Certificate of Need. Open to the public and livestreamed. mn.gov/puc/about-us/c…

Thursday at 10 a.m.: Commission meeting considers a route permit for the Otto Tap 115 kV transmission line in Otter Tail County, two battery energy storage projects in Olmsted County, and Xcel Energy's 2026 Renewable Development Fund rider factor. 🔗 mn.gov/puc/about-us/c…

Mar. 17, 10 a.m. the Commission will hear current legislative proposals & perspectives on energy affordability. We'll hear from: 🔹@MNCommerce 🔹Citizens Utility Board of Minnesota 🔹Center for Energy and Environment 🔹CLEAR Coalition 🔗 mn.gov/puc/about-us/c…

Thursday at 10 AM: Commission meeting covers the North Star Battery Energy Storage Project in Chisago County and a power purchase agreement for Xcel Energy's Panamint - Cottage Grove battery storage system. Open to the public and livestreamed. 🔗 mn.gov/puc/about-us/c…

Today, the Senate Energy, Utilities, Environment, and Climate Committee voted unanimously to move Commissioner Sullivan’s reappointment confirmation to the full Senate. His leadership is key to our mission of balancing efficiency, safety, and reliability for MN's energy future.

Thursday at 10 AM: Commission meeting covers Great River Energy's Laketown transmission line, Xcel Energy's Solar and Storage Portfolio, Castle Rock Solar, and interconnection cost-sharing standards. Open to the public and livestreamed. 🔗 mn.gov/puc/about-us/c…

Commissioner Sullivan was named a 2026 Transmission Champion by @CleanEnergyGrid. The award recognizes leadership in modernizing the nation’s high-capacity transmission infrastructure.

Thursday at 10 AM: Commission meeting covers Greater Minnesota Gas' rate reconsideration and Big Bend Wind's site permit amendment. Open to the public and livestreamed. 🔗 mn.gov/puc/about-us/c…

Thursday at 10 AM: Commission meeting features Xcel Energy's Mankato to Mississippi River 345 kV Transmission Line Project, plus natural gas demand entitlement petitions. Open to the public and livestreamed. 🔗 mn.gov/puc/about-us/c…

Groundbreaking news! Our February newsletter is out with: 🔹 Key highlights 🔹 Upcoming meetings & public comment opportunities 🔹 Recent Commission decisions 🔹 Notable new dockets and filings 👉 Read it here: content.govdelivery.com/bulletins/gd/M…

Thursday at 10 AM: Commission meeting covers Xcel Energy's Community Solar Garden fees, Otter Tail Power's EV Credit Rider, and an Xcel Energy route permit amendment. Open to the public and livestreamed. 🔗 mn.gov/puc/about-us/c…

Beware of utility imposters Real utility workers carry ID, wear uniforms & don’t demand immediate access to your home. If someone shows up unexpectedly, verify w/ your utility using the number on your bill. If you feel unsafe, call 9-1-1. Stay safe. 🔗 mn.gov/puc/consumers/…

With the extreme cold, the Minnesota PUC is reminding residents to prepare, conserve energy where possible, and be aware that consumer protections are in place during winter months. News release➡️tinyurl.com/c8sf4rn6

Congratulations to Commissioner Joseph Sullivan on his reappointment to the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission! Today, he was sworn in for his second six-year term following reappointment by Governor Walz. We’re grateful for his continued leadership and service.

Join us tomorrow at 10 a.m. for our weekly agenda meeting. Topics include greenhouse gas data sources and cost values for gas IRPs, the Appleton to Benson transmission line, and Xcel power purchase agreements. Open to the public + livestreamed: mn.gov/puc/about-us/c…

The Commission meets Thurs, Jan 15 at 10 AM. On the agenda: Reviewing fuel life-cycle analysis for MN’s Carbon-Free Standard. Permits for the Boswell Solar Project. Updates to MN Power’s Service Extension Tariff. Watch live & review agenda: 🔗mn.gov/puc/about-us/c…

Our latest newsletter is out! In it, you’ll find what’s coming up at the PUC in January, a recap of key decisions and filings from December – and a special 2025 year in review highlighting a year of steady oversight and major milestones. tinyurl.com/t6mmzmaa

CANCELLED: Today’s public meeting on the Slayton utility transfer and just compensation (Docket 25-129), scheduled for 5 p.m. at Central High School, has been canceled due to weather.