Minnesota State University, Mankato, is advancing innovation in education, research, and sustainability by embracing electric transportation and preparing students for the future of clean energy careers. As one of Minnesota’s largest universities, MSU Mankato serves more than 14,000 students and is deeply committed to reducing emissions, expanding EV infrastructure, and developing workforce training programs that address the evolving needs of industry and community.

The university has invested in on-campus EV charging stations, integrated electrification into its campus sustainability strategy, and continues to explore opportunities for fleet electrification. Through research initiatives and hands-on learning programs, MSU Mankato empowers students to engage directly with the technologies shaping tomorrow’s energy and transportation systems.

Beyond campus, the university collaborates with community partners and regional stakeholders to enhance clean energy workforce pipelines, develop educational opportunities, and ensure that the benefits of electrification are accessible throughout southern Minnesota. This leadership underscores MSU Mankato’s role as a hub for both innovation and community progress.

As a proud participant in Recharge America, Minnesota State University, Mankato is demonstrating how higher education can drive forward a cleaner, smarter, and more inclusive transportation future.