Welcome to Minnesota Logger Education Program (MLEP)
Here you will find information on training, news & resources, and a directory of logging professionals. MLEP is a private non-profit educational corporation established to assist logging business owners meet the ever-challenging demands of their profession.
MLEP Spring Conferences
April 15, 2025
Virginia
April 29, 2025
Bemidji
As usual, LogSafe will be offered the day following each conference.
Industry News
MN-DNR Published January 2025
MN Forest Products Industry at a Glance
The forest products industry is a cornerstone of the state’s economy: ? $25.3 billion value of shipments (gross sales) effect and 8.4 percent of all manufacturing payroll employment ? 5th largest manufacturing sector in Minnesota by payroll employment
MN House
State poised to power planes with pulp, not petroleum
Can you fly airplanes with wood? The answer is: yes. It’s a very qualified “yes” — and it may not happen for many years — but the potential exists to manufacture sustainable aviation fuel from residual wood products and other non-petroleum-based sources that can reduce an airplane’s carbon footprint.
MN-PUC
State provides further guidance for utilities on Carbon Free Standard
St. Paul, Minn. – On Thursday, the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (Commission) made key regulatory decisions to help guide Minnesota electric utilities in their implementation of the Carbon Free Standard. The law requires Minnesota electric utilities to procure 100% of their electricity supply from carbon-free resources by 2040.
