Minnesota Energy Alley appropriation

SF 761 appropriates $5 million from the renewable development account to fund the Minnesota Energy Alley initiative, managed by Clean Energy Economy Minnesota. The funds will provide seed grants for clean energy businesses, develop workforce training programs, recruit entrepreneurs to Minnesota, and secure additional federal or corporate funding to create a self-sustaining model. This one-time fiscal year 2026 appropriation directly supports Clean Energy Economy Minnesota and the businesses and entrepreneurs participating in the initiative. The bill focuses on economic development through energy-sector investment rather than regulatory changes.