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When energy makes news, you can look to Fresh Energy for prompt advisories, accurate information, and quotable comments. And you can always check back to see what we've said about earlier developments.

Recent Releases

July 22, 2010 - Fresh Energy's executive director disapproves of Senate energy failure, urges CLEAR Act

March 19, 2010 - Midwest poll shows broad support for jobs in clean renewable energy

February 24, 2010 North Dakota consumers could save $328 per year if energy efficiency policies are included in climate and energy bill

February 24, 2010 - Minnesota consumers could save $387 per year if energy efficiency policies are included in climate and energy bill

December 11, 2009 - Senate bill would return carbon charges to consumers

December 3, 2009 - Midwesterners will head to Copenhagen to seek strong climate accord and promote regional interests

November 16, 2009 - Musician to perform songs celebrating the life of Charles Darwin

October 28, 2009 - Business leaders, legislators and clean energy advocates tour energy-efficient factory

September 21, 2009 - Senators will attempt to take teeth away from EPA: Funding riders would limit “pollution” to just cars

July 29, 2009 - New report finds energy efficiency could save more than $1 trillion

June 23, 2009 - Upper Midwest unites, supports the EPA's move to clear the air

May 19, 2009 - Clean Energy Minnesota applauds new federal emissions standards for motor vehicles

April 16, 2009 - Wind power scores a victory in power line decisions

March 2, 2009 - Commuters to tell lawmakers Twin Cities need permanent transit fix

January 15, 2009 - State commission ignores record, approves Big Stone II power lines

January 9, 2009 - Next week is High Noon for dirty coal plant 

October 22, 2008 - State agency: Big Stone II proponents underestimated costs 

September 29, 2008 - New figures show many more commuters choosing cleaner way to work

September 25, 2008 - Fresh Energy hires new director to push forward clean energy policies

August 6, 2008 - Fresh Energy hires new media relations director to shape public dialogue on energy issues

August 4, 2008 - NASA scientists and polar explorer come together for global warming solutions

July 28, 2008 - As Legislature studies rate hikes for bus riders, Fresh Energy asks the Met Council to implement a fair fare

June 24, 2008 - Fresh Energy gains transportation director to reduce pollution and increase energy independence

June 5, 2008 - Big Stone II power lines decision delayed again

May 21, 2008 - Another coal project falls in the wake of Minnesota judges' recommendation

May 9, 2008 - Court recommends Big Stone II permits be denied

May 9, 2008 - Gov. Schwarzenegger issues statement following meeting with automakers

April 22, 2008 - NASA scientist to Governor: oppose controversial Big Stone II coal plant

April 17, 2008 - Report finds funding Minnesota transit a better way to go

February 22, 2008 - Minnesota: Love it. Save it. Transit!

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