Minnesota Plug-in Solar Fails to Pass, but Support Signals a Positive Future for Adoption 

Plug-in solar, which gives families without suitable rooftops a way to directly save on their bills and participate in the clean energy transition, passed off the Senate floor, but unfortunately did not make it into the narrow end of session deal reached by legislative leadership. Included in SF4504, an energy omnibus bill, plug-in solar would have made solar more accessible, lowering energy bills for more communities. Despite this legislation not making it across the finish line this session, plug-in solar received strong support from communities across the state, signaling positive momentum. Vote Solar and partners will continue to advocate for plug-in solar policy to expand equitable access to affordable, clean energy. 

Patty O’Keefe, Vote Solar’s Midwest Regional Director, issued the following statement: 

“This session proved that communities are excited for solutions like plug-in solar that help empower their energy independence, while lowering energy bills and cleaning up their communities. While we are disappointed plug-in solar did not pass this session, we are optimistic about the momentum behind this policy and look forward to building support for passage next session.

“Vote Solar and our partners are committed to continuing this progress and advocating for policies that help families, regardless of their zip code or roofing situation, lower their energy bills and be a part of the clean energy transition.”