About Drive Electric Minnesota

Mission

Drive Electric Minnesota accelerates the equitable adoption of electric vehicles by providing trusted information, advocating for smart policies, and building a collaborative and inclusive network that drives education, outreach, and market growth. 

Vision

A Minnesota where electric mobility is abundant, accessible, and the preferred choice, leading the way to a clean, prosperous future for all. 

Values:

These values define who we are and how we operate in pursuing our mission.  


Reliable: We provide trusted, transparent, and accurate information to empower consumers and support smart policy decisions.  
Impactful: We focus on action and measurable results, driving real-world progress toward the adoption of electric mobility.  
Sustainable: We advocate for long-lasting, environmentally sound solutions that promote a healthier future for all Minnesotans.  
Equitable: We ensure that everyone can participate in the electric mobility revolution, regardless of location, income, or background.  


Drive Electric Minnesota is a Great Plains Institute initiative. 

Bylaws:

Drive Electric Minnesota is governed by its bylaws, which were adopted by the steering committee on September 9, 2025. The bylaws include information about the coalition’s purpose, membership, committees, and more.  

Join:

Becoming a member of Drive Electric Minnesota provides essential support for the work to accelerate electric vehicle adoption. Members receive many benefits, including free registration for our annual in-person meeting. 

The Great Plains Institute (GPI) is accelerating the transition to net-zero carbon emissions for the benefit of people, the economy, and the environment. As an initiative of GPI, Drive Electric MN views electric vehicles as an integral part of achieving this mission. Consensus oriented and inclusive, Drive Electric MN relies on the same thoughtful process for effecting this transformation as its parent organization: 


CONVENE, LEARN, AGREE, ACT.