On Thursday, December 12, MISO approved lines will enable nearly 119 gigawatts of new renewable generation and storage to come online.
Clean Electricity
Regulatory Update: Xcel Energy’s innovative pilot project providing equitable assistance gets green light
On October 10, 2024, the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission approved Xcel Energy’s proposed pilot project that will provide direct, automatic energy assistance to high energy-burdened Minnesotans across the state.
Clean Energy Organizations join settlement paving the way for gigawatts of clean energy
Clean Energy Organizations join settlement on Xcel Energy’s Firm Dispatchable Resource Acquisition and Integrated Resource Plan which have long-term implications for the future of clean energy in Minnesota.
Advocacy Groups Applaud Approval of Big Stone-Big Oaks Transmission Line
On October 3, 2024, the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (PUC) approved the Certificate of Need and Route Permit for the eastern segment of the Big Stone-Big Oaks Transmission Line.
Osprey Wilds deepens commitment to sustainability with new solar farm
Osprey Wilds installed a new solar farm to power their campus and surrounding neighborhood. Learn how this idea became a reality.
Modernization, proactive upgrades recommended to Xcel’s Integrated Distribution Plan
Fresh Energy’s recommendations for Xcel’s 2023 Integrated Distribution Plan include grid efficiency improvements, proactive upgrades and cost allocations, and to value solar more highly.