Clean car standards would provide cleaner air and climate solutions for our state, but the initiative has been under attack from opponents since the Governor announced it in late 2019.
Programs
A First Look at Xcel’s $3B Clean Energy Proposal
Xcel Energy released an ambitious plan to jumpstart Minnesota’s economic recovery by accelerating spending on clean energy investments. There are still many unknowns, but our policy staff dove in to draw some initial conclusions. Take a look at what they’re celebrating and what needs more work.
2020 Special Session: Fresh Energy’s Recommendations
Minnesota legislators must act quickly and decisively during summer 2020 special legislative sessions. Read Fresh Energy’s four key recommendations for immediate action.
Making Good Progress on the MISO 50 GW Gap!
The demand for renewable energy will soon exceed transmission capacity. Utility planners are beginning to look ahead and begin the planning process for transmission solutions that will both address the needs of the system and keep costs as low as possible for consumers.
Cutting Carbon and Increasing Savings: A Win-Win for Minnesotans
Xcel Energy has announced that it will change how it operates two of their Minnesota coal plants throughout the year, which projects to result in a 60% reduction in carbon emissions and millions of dollars in savings for customers.
An Update on Xcel’s Planned Investments in Grid Modernization
Xcel Energy is planning for grid modernization which will set the pace for the next decade. In May 2020, the PUC made decisions that will move grid modernization forward for Xcel Energy customers.