Supporting Clean Air Choices for Minnesotans
The Minnesota Clean Cities Coalition (MC3) aims to reduce the impact of fuel and vehicle emissions on our community’s environment and health.
Designated May 31, 2001, and renewed September 2007, by the U.S. Department of Energy, the roots of MC3 and Minnesota’s alternative fuels movement date back to the oil shocks of the 1970s. Minnesota Clean Cities is coordinated by the American Lung Association in Minnesota’s Clean Air program. The program has support from fuel and equipment providers, fleet managers, technical experts, non-profit organizations and automakers, as well as private citizens.
MC3 helps industry partners raise awareness of Clean Air Choice® fuels among consumers and fleet operators. Utilizing ethanol, biodiesel, electricity, and other cleaner fuels is an essential step to improve air quality, cut carbon emissions, support economic development, and curb dependence on overseas oil imports.
Minnesota Clean Cities Coalition is a U.S. Department of Energy designated coalition in the Clean Cities and Communities partnership.
Minnesota Is a National Leader in Clean,
Renewable-Based Fuels
Minnesota is a longtime leader in clean fuels. Our state was the first to blend ethanol in almost all gasoline and today is a national leader in the number of retail stations offering drivers more choices of higher ethanol blends. Since 2018, all diesel fuel sold in Minnesota from April 15 to September 30 each year contains a B20 biodiesel blend to reduce emissions from diesel vehicles. Electric vehicles are also becoming more widespread, as is the charging infrastructure that supports their travel statewide. As more Minnesotans adopt these Clean Air Choice fuels, we can look forward to cleaner air and a healthier environment for all.
Coalition Updates
MnDOT seeks input for survey on building an electric vehicle charging network
MnDOT wants input on where residents would like to see EV charging stations made available by filling out their survey. MnDOT's Request for Input Minnesotans are asked to weigh in on priority locations – and [...]
Media Release: Over 100 Electric Vehicle Models Now Available in U.S. Market
U.S. EV market expands with 101 models, delivering more consumer choices and lowering carbon emissions Saint Paul, Minn., January 15, 2025 – The electric vehicle (EV) market in the United States has reached an exciting [...]
HOURCAR, Xcel Energy Launch Electric Shared Mobility Hub in Downtown Minneapolis
Electric Carshare Program Expands; Offers Residents Access to Electric Vehicles with the Cost of Charging and Insurance Included Saint Paul, MN | HOURCAR today announced the launch of its newest electric carshare hub at Mill [...]
Work Truck Week 2024
March 5-8 brought Minnesota Clean Cities Coalition (MC3) staff to Indianapolis, Indiana, for Work Truck Week 2024. For 20+ years, the people who design, build, use, and maintain the work trucks and equipment the [...]
Why join MC3?
By joining MC3, you’ll support cleaner alternatives to traditional gasoline and diesel fuel. MC3 members have access to resources to help evaluate and adopt Clean Air Choice® fuel options for their vehicles or fleets. Our organization provides networking opportunities, educational events, workshops and other resources that make a difference in the quality of life in Minnesota.
MC3 Members and Stakeholders
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• ChargePoint
• Renewable Energy Group
• Toyota
• Xos Trucks
• Zeus Electric Chassis
• Ziegler Truck Group
INTRODUCTORY
• Green Ways 2Go
• Minnesota Biodiesel Council
SUPPORTER
• UPS
• US Charging
STAKEHOLDERS
• Acme Carb
• Allina Health Systems
• American Lung Association
• AmeriGas
• Austin Utilities
• Boyer Ford
• Carburetion & Turbo Systems, Inc.
• CenterPoint Energy
• ChargePoint
• Chart Inc
• CHS Inc.
• City of Brooklyn Park
• City of Duluth
• City of Minneapolis
• City of Oakdale
• City of Saint Cloud
• City of Saint Paul
• Clean N’ Green Fuel
• Clipper Creek
• Como Oil & Propane
• Dakota County
• Dakota Electric
• Eastern Carver School District
• Eden Prairie Nissan
• Electric Auto Association
• Element Financial Corporation
• Elk River Municipal Utilities
• Environmental Initiative
• Eureka Recycling
• Ferrellgas
• FirstCNG
• Fresh Energy
• G&K Services
• Galactic Pizza
• General Motors
• GS Motors
• Hennepin County
• Holiday Companies
• Kline Nissan
• Kwik Trip
• Lakes Gas Company
• MEG Corp
• Merit Chevrolet
• Metro Transit
• Metropolitan Council
• Minnesota Biofuels Association
• Minnesota Department of Administration – Travel Management
• Minnesota Department of Agriculture
• Minnesota Department of Commerce – Division of Energy Resources
• Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
• Minnesota Department of Transportation
• Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
• Minnesota Power
• Minnesota Soybean Growers Association
• Minnesota Valley Transit Authority
• Mississippi National River and Recreation Area
• Missouri River Energy Services
• New Flyer Industries
• Orange EV
• Otter Tail Power Company
• Propane Education & Research Council (PERC)
• Ramsey County
• Roseville Chevrolet
• Schwan’s Company
• Shift2Electric
• U.S. Department of Energy National Clean Cities
• U.S. General Services Administration
• United Soybean Board
• University of Minnesota
• USPS Northland District
• Waste Management
• Werner Electric
• White Bear Mitsubishi
• ZEF Energy
MC3 Resources
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