For more than a century, Minnesota Power has powered Northeastern Minnesota, providing essential, reliable electric service to the homes, businesses, schools, hospitals, and industries of our region. I’m proud Minnesota Power has transformed to lead the state in providing nearly 60% renewable energy to customers, with near-perfect reliability and the lowest total bills in the state. The scale of investment ahead of Minnesota Power is unlike anything we’ve experienced in the past. Minnesota Power will remain fully regulated by the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission, which will continue to assess and decide long-term plans, individual projects, and any changes to customers’ electric rates. Bethany Owen is chair and CEO of Allete, the parent company of Duluth-based Minnesota Power.