In July 2025, $1 million from the legislative environmental fund will be allocated to establish a pilot program providing financial assistance to eligible applicants for the purchase of landscaping and snow removal equipment powered exclusively by electricity. This initiative is part of Minnesota's ongoing efforts to reduce air pollution and enhance environmental quality, particularly in communities disproportionately affected by environmental hazards.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) has been tasked to collaborate with environmental justice communities to develop eligibility criteria that prioritizes applications from residents of environmental justice areas. This is a one-time appropriation with funds available until June 30, 2027.
Workgroup
The MPCA selected 12 representatives from across the Twin Cities, Rochester, and Duluth to a workgroup to guide program development, as required by legislative mandate. Members have been meeting since July and will be wrapping up their work in October.
