Fresh Energy and partners discussed how renewable energy and economic development can benefit Bemidji and Crookston with community members and local leaders.
Public Affairs
Be a climate-conscious voter in your local election
Climate is on the ballot in every election — especially in your local government! Learn what’s on your ballot, make a plan, and bring along your friends and family this election.
2025 budget reconciliation law impacts on Minnesota’s clean energy future
Here is what Fresh Energy staff have been discussing when reviewing the new federal budget reconciliation law.
Statement: Sweeping cuts ensure higher energy bills, fewer jobs, stifled innovation
Congress has turned its back on Minnesota families with this extreme legislation that promises higher energy bills, fewer jobs, and stifled innovation.
Legislative update: Protecting Minnesota’s clean energy and climate progress
Discover how Fresh Energy navigated a uniquely challenging 2025 Minnesota legislative session to defend key climate laws and advance clean energy solutions like geothermal and Sustainable Aviation Fuel while improving data center policy.
Community voices, data must lead in Minnesota’s cumulative impacts rule
Minnesota can advance environmental justice and build trust by centering local communities in its new cumulative impacts rulemaking process for proposed polluting facilities.