June 14-17, 2021
Bismarck State College – Bismarck, ND
Research & Development, A State and Lignite Energy Partnership
For every state dollar invested, a total of six dollars is invested by other sources.
Government Action, The Cornerstone of the Lignite Energy Council
To promote policies and direct activities that maintain a viable lignite industry
Public Relations & Marketing
To increase the public's knowledge and improve the perception of our regions lignite industry
Lignite Energy Council President & CEO Jason Bohrer Statement on Sale of Coal Creek Station
Lignite Energy Council President & CEO Jason Bohrer Statement on Sale of Coal Creek Station Bohrer applauds deal to support
U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer shares his thoughts on federal energy policy
U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer was recently interviewed by Kate Muggerud to talk about changes and potential changes in federal energy
Minnkota CEO updates plans and challenges regarding Project Tundra
Minnkota President and CEO Mac McLennan takes a deep dive into the technology, economics and politics of Project Tundra, a
LEC pushes back on discriminatory ESG practices
Social and Governance (ESG) programs are employed by banks and insurance companies. They are a formidable challenge as the companies
Bismarck and Fargo recognized for clean air by the American Lung Association
The American Lung Association recently released its “State of the Air” Annual Report for 2021, giving North Dakota “A” grades
Dash to Gas? We’ve been warned
The 2008 Department of Energy foresaw the electric industry turning away from coal toward natural gas-based generation for baseload power.
Energy and Environmental Facts
North Dakota is a powerhouse when it comes to energy — oil and gas, coal, ethanol, hydro-electric, wind, etc. —
Lignite is resilient
With the Texas blackouts affecting three of the nation’s electrical grids, people and policymakers are looking at generation sources differently.
Coal: Powering the Past, Present
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Lignite Energy Council Mission Statement: "The Lignite Energy Council shall protect, maintain and enhance development of our region's abundant lignite resource."
Orr: "On several occasions this year, grid operators have asked Californians to forego the use of air conditioning during soaring temperatures, requested they not do laundry or use the dishwasher, and asked people not to charge their electric vehicles, which will be the only type of new vehicles that can be sold in the Golden State by 2035."
Letter: Minnesota should zipper merge on CO2 emissions | INFORUM
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Orr writes, "Rather than replicating California’s clumsy transition away from fossil fuels toward unreliable energy sources, Minnesotans should zipper merge on emissions. This would entail using our...The deal between Rainbow and GRE is expected to close later this year.
North Dakota agencies busy with Coal Creek permits
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The pending sale of Coal Creek Station has regulators from several North Dakota agencies busy processing requests to transfer permits to the coal-fired power plant’s incoming owners.Senator Joe Manchin made the rounds on the Sunday talk shows this past weekend, making it clear he can’t get behind House Democrats’ proposed Clean Electricity Performance Program (CEPP), which would throw $150 billion at utilities to accelerate the pivot to renewable energy.
Blog – Count on Coal – Reliable. Affordable. American.Count on Coal
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15Sep CEPP: Accelerating the Grid Reliability Crisis Senator Joe Manchin made the rounds on the Sunday talk shows this past weekend, making it clear he can’t get behind House Democrats’ proposed C...“The CEPP would eliminate coal-fired electricity by 2030, if not sooner,” Michelle Bloodworth, the group’s chief executive officer, wrote in a letter Monday to leaders of the House Committee on Energy & Commerce. It would also “eliminate or at least drastically curtail the use of natural gas to generate electricity.”
Democrats’ Energy Plan Will Kill U.S. Coal by 2030, Miners Say
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Photographer: Luke Sharrett/Bloomberg Open the Data Dash Close Energy & Science Democrats’ Energy Plan Will Kill U.S. Coal by 2030, Miners Say By Will Wade and Ari Natter September 13, 2021, 2:50 PM...That's my job they're talking about! Damn commies!
We support an all-of-the-above energy approach for the Midwest to ensure affordable and reliable energy supply for families and businesses.
(MOUNTAIN IRON, MN) –The Coalition for a Secure Energy Future (The Coalition) is announcing a series of “Energy Champion” awards to a group of Minnesota legislators. Recipients of the award have championed an all-of-the-above energy strategy for Minnesota to ensure that consumers and businesses have access to affordable and reliable electricity.
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Coalition for a Secure Energy Future honors Sen. Tom Bakk with Energy Champion Award
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(MOUNTAIN IRON, MN) –The Coalition for a Secure Energy Future (The Coalition) is announcing a series of “Energy Champion” awards to a group of Minnesota legislators. Recipients of the award have...2021 Energy Champion, Rep. Spencer Igo, joined the Energy Matters radio show to talk about the award and his priorities for Minnesota.
Thank you Spencer Igo for Minnesota House for your support of all of the above energy and supporting jobs for our region!
The Coalition for a Secure Energy Future (The Coalition) is announcing a series of “Energy Champion” awards to a group of Minnesota legislators. Recipients of the award have championed an all-of-the-above energy strategy for Minnesota to ensure that consumers and businesses have access to affordable and reliable electricity.
www.secureenergyfuture.org/post/sen-paul-utke-recognized-as-energy-champion
Sen. Paul Utke recognized as Energy Champion
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(PARK RAPIDS, MN) – The Coalition for a Secure Energy Future (The Coalition) is announcing a series of “Energy Champion” awards to a group of Minnesota legislators. Recipients of the award have ...Where does Twin Cities electricity come from and how is it delivered to homes? | Star Tribune - www.startribune.com/power-plants-minneapolis-st-paul-natural-gas-nuclear-coal-transmission-lines/...
Where does Twin Cities electricity come from and how is it delivered to homes?
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A sophisticated network of power plants, transmission lines and regional grid operators ensures power is available when we need it.
