Out of state Fossil Fuels are a concern for the States of Washington and Minnesota.Both having a large area, farming industry, and northern climate makes fuel vital.

Minnesota has an advantage because the wind regime is near the south of the State.A wind industry in Washington State seems very difficult if not impossible.

The solar resource is more substantial in Minnesota than Washington State.

Solar looks to be a viable solution for Minnesota because of how much landhas appreciable solar energy.