Environmental Policy

Environmental policy is an integral part of CEE's goal to promote the responsible and efficient use of local resources. CEE has initiated or participated in projects pertaining to renewable energy in state parks, utility restructuring, carbon dioxide reduction, cogeneration and biomass energy production. See our publications list for more information on these projects.

Through its efforts, CEE is a participant in various energy and environmental forums and is a member of organizations such as the Minnesota Environmental Initiative and the Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance.

Resources

• Two Roads Diverge: Analyzing Growth Scenarios for the Twin Cities Region. This report analyzes the impacts of urban sprawl on the Twin Cities metropolitan area. The report compares two development patterns, the Smart Growth Scenario and the Sprawling Scenario, and their potential impacts on the region through 2020.
• Energy Efficiency, Economic Development, and Reduced Emissions - An Action Plan for Minnesota
• Inventory and Projections of Minnesota Greenhouse Gas Emissions
• Minneapolis - St. Paul CO2 Emissions Reduction Project

Contact Kyle MacLaury at (612) 335-5864 for more information.