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.
Clean Electricity
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.
Resilient Minneapolis Project clears final hurdle
The Resilient Minneapolis Project will enable three Minneapolis community sites to install rooftop solar, a battery energy storage system, and microgrid controls on their buildings. Read on to learn more.
Xcel’s long-range plan cuts carbon, but key improvements are needed for cost-effective, equitable decarbonization
Fresh Energy and partners dug into Xcel Energy’s newest Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) to decarbonize their electricity system, offering recommendations to add more renewable energy and storage.