I believe the objections of Native Americans and environmentalists are valid; and if 11 major industrial users object on the grounds that there are less expensive ways to provide reliable power, an economic argument is also supported...

Minnesota says no to environmental review of Superior natural gas plant; still considering arrangement with Dairyland Power

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Ken Notes: I support gas plants as a bridge and supplement to a renewable system. This project is big but will replace some coal which I believe is a better solution. The need here may be a compromise that places on the path to more renewables. What about a trade system that allows gas only if a offsetting use of solar and wind and reduction of coal plants is in the mix. To ask that we just jump to 100% renewables is I believe a bridge too far.