Critics say global warming panel recommendations could increase energy costs, job losses

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The 56-member Minnesota Climate Change Advisory Group, appointed last spring by Gov. Tim Pawlenty, worked much of the year to develop strategies for the state to meet a legislatively prescribed goal of cutting emissions by progressively deeper levels over the next four decades.

Its final report, which is being released for public comment, recommends a wide array of approaches, from working with other states to develop a market-based system for cutting utility emissions to reducing vehicle miles traveled. Some require administrative changes while others require legislative action.

If the state adopts them, Rep. Michael Beard, R-Shakopee, questioned "what we are getting for the effort we are expending?''

"Show us the benefits, show us the cost, help us make a good decision,'' Sen. David Hann, R-Eden Prairie, added.