Clean Energy Economy Minnesota

What Clean Energy Economy Minnesota does

Clean Energy Economy Minnesota (CEEM) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2016 and headquartered in Minneapolis. It operates as an industry-led coalition that serves as the recognized business voice for energy efficiency and clean energy in Minnesota, representing a member base of more than 50 companies that ranges from startups to Fortune 100 and 500 corporations across solar, wind, energy storage, energy efficiency, manufacturing, and adjacent verticals. CEEM's core activities are policy advocacy at the Minnesota Legislature and before state regulatory bodies, annual research publications (the Clean Jobs Midwest Report with E2 and Evergreen Climate Innovations, and the Minnesota Energy Factsheet with BCSE and BloombergNEF), member convening events including the annual Clean Energy Business Day at the State Capitol and the MN Energy Innovation Summit, and ecosystem programs (Grid Catalyst clean energy accelerator, Minnesota Energy Alley initiative, and Solar on Schools program support).

Revenue is generated through membership dues from its 50+ corporate members and tax-deductible donations from foundations and individuals, consistent with its nonprofit status; specific pricing and fee schedules are not publicly disclosed. The organization employs between 11 and 50 people and operates a single headquarters in Minneapolis at 400 South 4th Street. CEEM does not develop commercial technology products; its deliverables are programmatic and advocacy-based. Its strategic positioning is anchored by sustained influence over Minnesota clean energy policy — including instrumental support for the 100% clean energy by 2040 standard, expansion of the Solar on Schools program by $29.3 million in 2023, and ongoing regulatory engagement at the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission and Midwest bodies — and by international engagement via the German-American Chamber of Commerce and the Minnesota Trade Office.

Name

Clean Energy Economy Minnesota

Legal name

Clean Energy Economy Minnesota

Website

https://cleanenergyeconomymn.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Clean Energy Economy Minnesota is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit industry coalition founded in 2016 in Minneapolis that represents 50+ clean energy businesses before state policymakers and regulators, delivers policy advocacy, research reports, and ecosystem programs including the Grid Catalyst accelerator and Minnesota Energy Alley initiative.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Clean Energy Advocacy Services

NAICS

Environment, Conservation and Wildlife Organizations (813312)

akta.pro primary industry

Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS) & Clean Energy Standards Compliance (EUAMANAF)

Keywords

• Clean energy advocacy
• Clean energy coalition
• Energy policy research
• Nonprofit policy advocacy
• Clean energy jobs

Headquarters

HQ city

Minneapolis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership dues: CEEM operates as a membership-based organization with over 40 energy efficiency and clean energy companies as members, ranging from startup businesses to Fortune 100 and 500 corporations.
2. Donations: CEEM accepts donations to support their work in building partnerships and speeding the transition to a clean energy economy. The organization is a charitable nonprofit under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

CEEM is an industry-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit that serves as the unified business voice for energy efficiency and clean energy in Minnesota. Its core deliverables are policy advocacy at the Minnesota Legislature and regulatory bodies, the annual Minnesota Energy Factsheet and Clean Jobs Midwest research reports, the Grid Catalyst startup accelerator, the Minnesota Energy Alley initiative, and a membership coalition of more than 50 clean energy businesses ranging from startups to Fortune 500 corporations.

Product overview

Clean Energy Economy Minnesota (CEEM) is an industry-led nonprofit organization that serves as the business voice for energy efficiency and clean energy in Minnesota. Rather than offering a unified software product, CEEM provides a portfolio of programs and services including research publications (Clean Jobs Midwest Report, Minnesota Energy Factsheet), the Minnesota Energy Alley initiative for startups, the Grid Catalyst accelerator program, policy advocacy at the state legislature and regulatory bodies, and a membership program connecting clean energy businesses. The organization focuses on educational leadership, collaboration, and policy analysis to accelerate clean energy market growth rather than developing commercial products or technology platforms.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Membership Program Membership coalition program for energy efficiency and clean energy businesses (startups to Fortune 500), providing access to state decision makers, policymakers, advocacy representation, networking, and member events.
• Minnesota Energy Factsheet Annual research factsheet for policymakers, businesses, and the public, documenting Minnesota's energy generation mix, emissions reductions, and clean energy progress, produced in partnership with BCSE and BloombergNEF.
• Clean Jobs Midwest Report Annual research report analyzing clean energy employment data in Minnesota and the Midwest, providing job statistics, sector breakdowns, demographic data, and policy recommendations. Co-released with E2 and Evergreen Climate Innovations.
• Policy Advocacy Services Lobbying and policy advocacy services delivered at the Minnesota Legislature and with state regulatory bodies, advancing clean energy policy goals and regulatory work on behalf of member businesses.
• Grid Catalyst Clean energy accelerator program for startups developing northern-climate solutions, featuring an Innovators Network that connects emerging clean energy companies with regional energy and climate leaders for technology demonstrations.
• Minnesota Energy Alley Initiative supporting the next generation of clean energy entrepreneurs and startups in Minnesota, bringing jobs, talent, and investment to the state through a demonstration cohort program.
• Clean Energy Business Day Annual lobby day at the Minnesota State Capitol connecting clean energy businesses with state legislators and policymakers.
• MN Energy Innovation Summit

Quantifiable outcome

• 63,802 clean energy jobs in Minnesota in 2024, growing from 57,931 in 2021
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Business Council for Sustainable Energy (BCSE)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCEEM partners with BCSE to produce the annual Minnesota Energy Factsheet, a companion to the Sustainable Energy in America Factbook. The factsheet outlines key trends influencing national and state investment and economics.
• BloombergNEFcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides research and data contributions for the Minnesota Energy Factsheet and Clean Jobs Midwest reports.
• American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEEE)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerData contributor for the Minnesota Energy Factsheet, providing energy efficiency research and rankings.
• Minnesota Department of CommercecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerData contributor for the Minnesota Energy Factsheet. CEEM also works with the department on regulatory work and clean energy policy implementation.
• E2 (Environmental Entrepreneurs)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational nonpartisan business group that co-releases the annual Clean Jobs Midwest report with CEEM and Evergreen Climate Innovations, providing analysis of clean energy employment data.
• Evergreen Climate InnovationscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-releases the annual Clean Jobs Midwest report with CEEM and E2, providing catalytic capital and startup support analysis for the clean energy sector.
• German-American Chamber of Commerce (GACC)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCEEM hosted GACC members to discuss shared goals around clean energy and ways to build connections between German and Minnesota clean energy companies.
• Grid CatalystcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGrid Catalyst is a signature program of Clean Energy Economy Minnesota - an accelerator for clean energy startups that connects emerging technologies with demonstration partners in Minnesota.
• Minnesota Trade OfficeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on international business strategy and connecting Minnesota clean energy companies with global opportunities.
• University of Minnesota Technological Leadership InstituteminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDr. Tariq Samad presented on professional education programs for clean energy industry workforce development at CEEM-hosted events.
• Minnesota Solar Energy Industries Association (MnSEIA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization for Clean Energy Business Day events at the Minnesota State Capitol.
• Clean Grid AllianceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization for Clean Energy Business Day events.
• Center for Energy and Environment (CEE)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization for Clean Energy Business Day events.
• U.S. Green Building Council - Minnesota (USGBC)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization for Clean Energy Business Day events.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE): A national nonprofit that unites renewable energy industry stakeholders to advocate for policy and market development. Comparable member-based advocacy model to CEEM but at national scale across all renewable energy sub-sectors.
• Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA): The national trade association for the U.S. solar industry, providing advocacy, research, and member services. Comparable to CEEM as a member-driven solar advocacy organization but with a national focus, deeper resources, and a narrower single-technology scope.
• Advanced Energy Economy (AEE): A national business association advancing policies for 100% clean energy across all sectors, with state-level chapters and a broader portfolio than CEEM. Comparable advocacy mission but operates as a larger, more established player with national scope.

Direct peers

• Vote Solar: A national nonprofit advocacy organization working at the state level to advance solar policy and build pro-solar coalitions. Comparable advocacy model to CEEM with state-level policy focus and member/donor funding base.
• E2 (Environmental Entrepreneurs): A national nonpartisan business group that advocates for policies that benefit the environment and the economy, and is CEEM's direct co-publisher of the Clean Jobs Midwest report. Operates a comparable member/advocacy model at a larger geographic scale.
• Advanced Energy United: A national business association representing advanced energy companies across all 50 states, providing policy advocacy and market development. Comparable to CEEM as a member-driven clean energy business advocacy organization, though at national rather than state scale.
• Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (MEEA): A regional nonprofit advancing energy efficiency across the Midwest through advocacy, programs, and member services. Comparable to CEEM's mission and member-coalition model, though with a tighter focus on energy efficiency rather than the full clean energy stack.
• Clean Grid Alliance: A nonprofit promoting renewable energy development in the Upper Midwest, including Minnesota. Directly comparable mission and is also a CEEM partner on Clean Energy Business Day, but represents overlapping rather than identical constituency.
• Northeast Clean Energy Council (NECEC): A regional trade association for the Northeast clean energy industry, offering advocacy, networking, and member services to clean energy businesses. Highly comparable to CEEM in mission, membership model, and advocacy focus, just operating in a different U.S. region.
• Clean Energy States Alliance: A multistate coalition of clean energy agencies, programs, and stakeholders that coordinates state-level clean energy deployment. Directly comparable to CEEM as a state-focused clean energy coalition advancing market and policy development.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/cleanenergymn
• Facebookfacebook.com/CleanEnergyEconomyMN
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/clean-energy-economy-mn

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Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries2 records

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