5 Equity Takeaways in New Utility Energy Efficiency Plans

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Energy efficiency programs are powerful tools that can reduce the energy we need in our homes, apartments, and buildings which results in both lower energy bills for customers and a reduced climate impact.

Near-Term Solutions Signal Longer-Term Changes Needed for Equity in Energy and Housing

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Reliable utility services and equitable, affordable housing are always critical needs and are even more important during the COVID-19 crisis. Learn what Fresh Energy is doing to help ease uncertainty for renters and homeowners.

Flexibility in an Inflexible System: What COVID-19 means for energy access and equity

In these unprecedented times, the systemic inequities present within our energy system have become painfully apparent. Will we use this unprecedented time to examine our current practices and challenge ourselves to improve the system in order to improve the lives of all Minnesotans?

Advancing Energy and Equity at the Minnesota Legislature

Two weeks into what’s shaping up to be a fast-paced legislative session, we’re striving to make sure that all clean energy policies at the Capitol have equity at their core. 

A step toward workforce diversity

The transition to a clean energy economy will change Minnesota’s employment landscape—and Fresh Energy is committed to leveraging opportunities to increase equity and reduce disparities in the process. Legislative efforts on utility workforce diversity are an important first step. Learn more about this 2019 law, signed this week by Governor Walz.