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SUMMARY:Webinar: Innovative financing for clean energy projects
DESCRIPTION:The finance landscape for clean energy projects has changed dramatically\, but organizations\, institutions\, and businesses are still moving forward with planning (and building) clean energy projects that include clean energy technologies such as heat pumps\, geothermal\, solar\, wind\, weatherization\, and beyond. What are innovative approaches to financing that can help fund these projects?  Join Fresh Energy for a virtual conversation about financing these projects with Community Reinvestment Fund\, Sunrise Banks\, and the Minnesota Climate Innovation Finance Authority (MnCIFA) — all financial institutions that focus on lending for clean energy projects. Tune in for a brief program and then bring your questions\, projects\, project ideas\, and thoughts for a robust conversation and Q&A. \n\n\n\nAgenda:10 to 10:20 a.m.: Welcome\, introductions\, and background10:20 to 11 a.m.: Discussion and Q&A with participants \n\n\n\nGuests:Erin Chase\, Director of Lending\, Community Reinvestment FundKari Groth Swan\, Executive Director at Minnesota Climate Innovation Finance Authority (MnCIFA)Tyler Vogel\, National Policy Manager\, Community Reinvestment FundLaura Wildenborg\, VP of Strategic Lending at Sunrise Banks
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/webinar-innovative-financing-for-clean-energy-projects
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SUMMARY:Cumulative impacts engagement open house - Twin Cities
DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) in Minneapolis for an opportunity to discuss the MPCA’s public engagement and timeline of the cumulative impacts rulemaking process. At this open house\, they will discuss their engagement practices thus far in the rulemaking process\, share information\, and answer questions about upcoming major milestones in the rulemaking timeline. Posters will be on display featuring the timeline of the rule’s development and implementation\, the public’s input\, and past engagement efforts by the MPCA. The MPCA’s cumulative impacts engagement team will be available to have conversations with the public about the information presented and general inquiries related to the rule and the rulemaking timeline moving forward. \n\n\n\nAll are welcome to join regardless of prior involvement or knowledge of this rule. Families and children are welcome. Food will be provided on a first-come\, first-served basis. \n\n\n\nGet the details!
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/cumulative-impacts-engagement-open-house-twin-cities
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SUMMARY:Nonprofit Board Lab 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Nonprofit Board Lab is built on the principle of iron sharpening iron—bringing together nonprofit leaders\, board members\, philanthropic partners\, and corporate board placement professionals for open exchange\, peer dialogue\, and connections that extend across the nonprofit ecosystem. Through interactive sessions\, participants listen\, share perspectives\, and learn from one another. Designed so you walk away with insights and tools to strengthen board governance\, empower leadership\, and operate with strategic flexibility. \n\n\n\nFresh Energy’s CEO\, Margaret Cherne-Hendrick\, is a featured speaker for the Strategic Flexibility Lab Session. In this session speakers will clarify the board’s role in planning\, oversight\, and organizational alignment\, explore strategy in three realms\, developing the plan\, executing the plan and abandoning the plan when strategic pivot is required and explore a range of planning models—from nimble approaches for smaller organizations to structured frameworks for larger institutions—and learn how to choose the right fit based on capacity\, complexity\, and mission need. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/nonprofit-board-lab-2025
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20251203T120000
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SUMMARY:COP30 and Fresh Energy: A Discussion with J. Drake Hamilton
DESCRIPTION:The 30th Conference of the Parties (COP30) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change will be held in Belem\, Brazil from November 10-21\, 2025. J. Drake Hamilton\, managing director\, science policy at Fresh Energy\, will be attending the conference virtually. She will be posting blogs every weekday\, letting you know the biggest actions to watch. \n\n\n\nRegister now for Fresh Energy’s COP30 webinar after the conference to get the scoop from J. as she debriefs outcomes and answers your questions about the event. \n\n\n\nNote: All registrants will be sent reminder emails before the webinar and a recording afterward. \n\n\n\nSign up for the webinar below.
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/cop30-and-fresh-energy-a-discussion-with-j-drake-hamilton
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SUMMARY:Cumulative impacts engagement open house - Rochester
DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) in Rochester for an opportunity to discuss the MPCA’s public engagement and timeline of the cumulative impacts rulemaking process. At this open house\, they will discuss their engagement practices thus far in the rulemaking process\, share information\, and answer questions about upcoming major milestones in the rulemaking timeline. Posters will be on display featuring the timeline of the rule’s development and implementation\, the public’s input\, and past engagement efforts by the MPCA. The MPCA’s cumulative impacts engagement team will be available to have conversations with the public about the information presented and general inquiries related to the rule and the rulemaking timeline moving forward. \n\n\n\nAll are welcome to join regardless of prior involvement or knowledge of this rule. Families and children are welcome. Food will be provided on a first-come\, first-served basis. \n\n\n\nGet the details!
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/cumulative-impacts-engagement-open-house-rochester-2
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SUMMARY:Clean Energy and Climate Action: Good News for Minnesota!
DESCRIPTION:Learn how Minnesota will meet its energy goals amid current federal challenges\, from Fresh Energy’s J. Drake Hamilton\, an expert in climate and energy. Get the details! \n\n\n\nEvent Details: November 15\, 20251:30 – 2:30 p.m.Great River Regional Library – Mississippi Room 1300 W. St. Germain\, St. Cloud\, MN \n\n\n\nHosted by:
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/clean-energy-and-climate-action-good-news-for-minnesota
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SUMMARY:Cumulative impacts engagement open house - Duluth
DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) in Duluth for an opportunity to discuss the MPCA’s public engagement and timeline of the cumulative impacts rulemaking process. At this open house\, they will discuss their engagement practices thus far in the rulemaking process\, share information\, and answer questions about upcoming major milestones in the rulemaking timeline. Posters will be on display featuring the timeline of the rule’s development and implementation\, the public’s input\, and past engagement efforts by the MPCA. The MPCA’s cumulative impacts engagement team will be available to have conversations with the public about the information presented and general inquiries related to the rule and the rulemaking timeline moving forward. \n\n\n\nAll are welcome to join regardless of prior involvement or knowledge of this rule. Families and children are welcome. Food will be provided on a first-come\, first-served basis. \n\n\n\nGet the details!
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/cumulative-impacts-engagement-open-house-duluth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20251028T090000
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SUMMARY:Drive Electric Minnesota’s Annual Event
DESCRIPTION:On October 28\, Drive Electric Minnesota’s annual event at the McNamara Alumni Center on the University of Minnesota Minneapolis campus will bring together an anticipated audience of 150 of Minnesota’s most influential EV leaders and decision makers\, including utility partners\, government officials\, advocates\, and industry innovators. \n\n\n\nThe program will feature keynote speaker Munni Krishna\, engaging tours of on-site EV and charging technology\, and immersive panel discussions focused on topics that matter most to our community—from public policy and infrastructure to consumer adoption and fleet electrification.   \n\n\n\nLearn more\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/drive-electric-minnesotas-annual-event
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SUMMARY:Renew Highway 2 Tour - Crookston
DESCRIPTION:Renewable Energy and Economic Development in Northwest Minnesota\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Fresh Energy and partners in Crookston\, Minnesota on Thursday\, October 23\, for the “Renew Highway 2 Tour.” It’s a full day of workshops\, conversations\, and presentations about renewable energy as an economic development tool in Northwest Minnesota. This event is great for anyone working in the renewable energy sector\, interested in networking\, and in hearing success stories. The desired outcomes of the conference will be more renewable energy projects and partnerships in the Northwest region. \n\n\n\nThis event is free but registration is required. Register here. \n\n\n\nEvent DetailsThursday\, October 239 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.UMN Crookston in the Peterson Classroom\, 2900 University Ave\, Crookston\, MN 56716Lunch will be provided\, with vegetarian and vegan options available. \n\n\n\nAgenda \n\n\n\n\n8:30 a.m. Registration and light refreshments\n\n\n\n9 a.m. Welcome\n\n\n\n9:15-10:15 a.m. Keynote and Q&A\, “Good News for Minnesota” with J. Drake Hamilton\, Managing Director\, Science Policy at Fresh Energy\n\n\n\n10:15-11:30 a.m. Northwest Minnesota Renewable Energy Economic Data Presentation and Panel. Featuring CEEM’s annual jobs report. Panelists include:\n\nCathy Liebowitz\, CEEM\, Senior Manager of Membership Engagement\n\n\n\nAnthony Shaffhauser\, Northwest Regional Analyst\, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED).\n\n\n\nJeff Matson\, CURA GIS Director\n\n\n\n\n\n11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Break and Lunch\n\n\n\n12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Success Story\n\nThe Decarbonized Sweet Sorghum Ethanol Revolution with Brian LaPlante\, 4H2 Inc. Founder.\n\n\n\n\n\n1:30 – 2:30 p.m. MISO Soup (Midcontinent Independent System Operator) with Mike “Transmission Man” Schowalter\, Fresh Energy Director of Regional Transmission Organization Advocacy\n\n\n\n2:30 – 3:30 p.m. Renewable Energy Goal Setting with Crystal Rayamajhi\, Northwest RSDP Coordinator.\n\n\n\n3:30 p.m. Adjourn\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our tour partners!\n\n\n\n\n\nBemidji State UniversityCenter for Urban and Regional Affairs (CURA)City of CrookstonClean Energy Economy MinnesotaEmpower CrookstonGlobal Link Energy LLCHalstad Municipal Utility \n\n\n\n\n\n4H2 Inc.Headwaters Regional Development CommissionNorthwest Regional Sustainable Development Partnership (Northwest RSDP)University of Minnesota CrookstonWhite Earth Tribal and Community College8th Fire Solar
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/renew-highway-2-tour-crookston
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20251022T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20251022T153000
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SUMMARY:Renew Highway 2 Tour - Bemidji
DESCRIPTION:Renewable Energy and Economic Development in Northwest Minnesota\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Fresh Energy and partners in Bemidji\, Minnesota on Wednesday\, October 22\, for the “Renew Highway 2 Tour.” It’s a full day of workshops\, conversations\, and presentations about renewable energy as an economic development tool in Northwest Minnesota. This event is great for anyone working in the renewable energy sector\, interested in networking\, and in hearing success stories. The desired outcomes of the conference will be more renewable energy projects and partnerships in the Northwest region. \n\n\n\nThis event is free but registration is required. Register here. \n\n\n\nEvent DetailsWednesday\, October 22 \, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.Bemidji State University Hobson Union\, Beaux Arts Ballroom1500 Birchmont Dr NE\, Bemidji\, MN 56601Lunch will be provided\, with vegetarian and vegan options available.Street and lot parking free; no visitor pass required \n\n\n\nAgenda \n\n\n\n\n8:30 a.m. Registration and light refreshments\n\n\n\n9 a.m. Welcome\n\n\n\n9:15-10:15 a.m. Keynote and Q&A\, “Good News for Minnesota” with J. Drake Hamilton\, Managing Director\, Science Policy at Fresh Energy\n\n\n\n10:15-11:30 a.m. Northwest Minnesota Renewable Energy Economic Data Presentation and Panel. Featuring CEEM’s annual jobs report. Panelists include:\n\nCathy Liebowitz\, CEEM\, Senior Manager of Membership Engagement\n\n\n\nAnthony Shaffhauser\, Northwest Regional Analyst\, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED)\n\n\n\nJeff Matson\, CURA GIS Director\n\n\n\n\n\n11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Break and Lunch\n\n\n\n1 – 2 p.m. Success Stories\n\nFrom Workforce Development to Small Business Growth: The White Earth Arc of Solar. Featuring:\n\nBridget Guiza\, White Earth Tribal and Community College\, Customized Education Coordinator\n\n\n\nGeorge Lemelin\, Global Link Energy\, LLC CEO\n\n\n\nGwe Gasco\, 8th Fire Solar\, Sales and Marketing Director\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2 – 3:30 p.m. Regional Project and Partnership Planning with the Headwaters Regional Development Commission. Featuring:\n\nSami Holm\, Community Development Specialist\n\n\n\nNaomi Carlson\, HRDC Community Development Planner\n\n\n\nElise Monson\, BSU Graduate Student & HRDC Intern\n\n\n\n\n\n3:30 p.m. Adjourn\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our tour partners!\n\n\n\n\n\nBemidji State UniversityCenter for Urban and Regional Affairs (CURA)City of CrookstonClean Energy Economy MinnesotaEmpower CrookstonGlobal Link Energy LLCHalstad Municipal Utility \n\n\n\n\n\n4H2 Inc.Headwaters Regional Development CommissionNorthwest Regional Sustainable Development Partnership (Northwest RSDP)University of Minnesota CrookstonWhite Earth Tribal and Community College8th Fire Solar
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/renew-highway-2-bemidji
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SUMMARY:2025 Gateway to Solar Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Gateway to Solar Conference\, hosted by the Minnesota Solar Energy Industries Association (MnSEIA)\, is one of the Midwest’s biggest and best solar + storage conferences. Each year solar installers and developers\, manufacturers\, distributors\, financiers\, engineers\, utilities\, job trainers\, trade unions\, non-profits\, government agencies\, and more gather for quality networking\, education\, and fun off-site events. \n\n\n\nMeet industry professionals from across the state and country\, hear from state officials\, regulators\, and legislators\, and gain in-depth insight into Minnesota’s booming market and where it’s headed during this exciting two-day conference. \n\n\n\nProceeds from the Gateway Conference support MnSEIA’s year-round regulatory and policy work to protect and promote the growth of Minnesota solar + storage. \n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/2025-gateway-to-solar-conference
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SUMMARY:2025 Benefit Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, September 30\, 2025 \n\n\n\n\n\nIn-person at the Saint Paul RiverCentre7:30 a.m. Guest check-in and Fair of the Future opens8 a.m. Breakfast program begins9:30 – 11 a.m. Breakfast concludes\, Fair of the Future continuesDownload parking and transit information.*  \n\n\n\n*Please note: There is a new parking process for the RiverCentre ramp this year. \n\n\n\n\n\nVirtual live stream7:50 a.m. Log in8 a.m. Breakfast program begins9:30 a.m. Breakfast concludesDownload the full event program. \n\n\n\n\n\n$150 suggested minimum donation.* \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister to join Fresh Energy on September 30 for a dynamic conversation with three Minnesota thought leaders and changemakers who are overcoming challenges to create a new playbook for making clean energy and climate progress right here in Minnesota. \n\n\n\nFederal rollbacks\, alongside local and global setbacks\, are creating uncertainty for what the future of clean energy and climate action can look like in Minnesota and the Midwest. Our expert panel will cut through the noise to translate national and global trends into real\, local impact. \n\n\n\nWhat progress is already happening in our backyard? What opportunities lie ahead? And how can Minnesota continue to lead the way? Join us for an electrifying conversation about what’s next for climate and energy — and how we can all take action to keep the momentum going. \n\n\n\n“All proceeds from this powerful event will support Fresh Energy’s work to design\, influence\, and implement equitable policy to continue ambitiously advancing a carbon-neutral economy in Minnesota and the Midwest. \n\n\n\nAnd you won’t want to miss the Fair of the Future — our all-electric showcase opening before check-in at 7:30 a.m. and continuing after the breakfast concludes until 11 a.m. You’ll get hands-on with the latest electric vehicles\, outdoor gear\, e-bikes\, induction cooking demos\, heat pump tech\, and more — plus expert guidance to help you “go electric” every step of the way. Learn more about what’s in store at the Fair of the Future here. \n\n\n\nFeatured Speakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKarie KirschbaumCommunity Development Director\, City of Crookston\, Minnesota\n\n\n\n\n\nBob BlakeFounder and Chief Executive Officer\, Solar Bear and Native Sun Community Power Development\n\n\n\n\n\nAlex SavelliGlobal Executive Director – Electrolyzers Commercial\, Accelera by Cummins\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHosted by Dr. Margaret Cherne-HendrickChief Executive Officer\, Fresh Energy \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet your tickets to the 2025 Benefit Breakfast!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThere are two types of tickets for the 2025 Benefit Breakfast. Please choose your tickets based on whether you plan to join us in person or virtually. Registration is required; please RSVP by September 22\, 2025. \n\n\n\nEvent Details:\n\n\n\nTuesday\, September 30\, 2025Saint Paul RiverCentreParking and Transit Information – new process this year!7:30-8 a.m. CT: Guest check in and Fair of the Future all-electric showcase8-9:30 a.m. CT: Breakfast program9:30-11 a.m. CT: Fair of the Future continues$150 suggested minimum donation.* \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-person registration is now closed.\n\n\n\nPlease contact Meggie LaValley for assistance at lavalley@fresh-energy.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n*There is no fee to register for this event\, but you will be asked for a donation during the program. \n\n\n\nIf you are not able to join us on September 30\, please consider supporting our work by making a donation online. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet involved!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReady to turn climate ambition into action? Sponsor the event or rally your network as a table captain — and fuel progress together. Contact Meggie LaValley at lavalley@fresh-energy.org or 651 726 7561 for more information. \n\n\n\n\nSponsorship Opportunities\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBecome a Table Captain\n\n\n\n\n\nVolunteer at the Event\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our event sponsors!*\n\n\n\nTitle Sponsor – $25\,000 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFair of the Future Sponsors – $10\,000 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVIP Meet and Greet Sponsors – $5\,000ALLETEBest BuyEcolabEnterprise EnergyMortensonXcel Energy \n\n\n\nClean Energy Champion Sponsors – $3\,000Green Spirit Home PerformanceMesabi MetallicsDaniel Trajano and Paula ThomsenWhite Bear Mitsubishi and Volkswagen of Inver Grove \n\n\n\nFriends of the Future Sponsors – $1500Aileron CommunicationsCLAConnexus® EnergyEver-Green EnergyFredriksonMoss & Barnett P.A.Old National BankTaft Toro and MTI Distributing Inc.U.S. BankUndauntedK12Winthrop & Weinstine\, P.A. \n\n\n\n\n\nMatch Pool SponsorsPhilip and Kathy AdamBird and Randy AndersonAnonymousLane Ayres and Marion McNurlenMargaret and Ashlee Cherne-HendrickJosh and Tisha ColtonTed and Karen ContagCopas FamilyAmy Gilbert and Worth FrankMark and Kate HansonSarah F. Lang FundEric Larson and Geeta DashKevin Lawless and April EganJim LenfesteyCotty Lowry and Laurie JacobiMike Menzel and Kathy IversonTeresa Morrow and Dale PippinMichael and Patsy NoblePhil and Karin PetersonRahr CorporationFederico RossiMatt and Anne SchuergerRobert D Shepard\, AIF®The Van Steenburgh/Ladner Family FundKate Wolford and Ed ReillyChristina Yagjian and Mark Engstrom \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n*This event is made possible by the generous support of our sponsors. Accepting event sponsorship support does not reflect endorsement of specific sponsors or their products\, services\, or opinions.
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/2025-benefit-breakfast
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SUMMARY:Twin Cities Sun Day Festival
DESCRIPTION:Third Act Minnesota is hosting a Twin Cities’ Sun Day Festival\, featuring inspiring music and theatrical performances\, clean-energy displays\, and interactive activities for families and children that demonstrate a sun-powered future. Attendees will have an opportunity to explore options for their own participation in the clean-energy revolution. \n\n\n\nLocation: The River Hub at Graco Park• 810 Sibley St. NE\, Minneapolis\, Minnesota \n\n\n\nRSVP here.
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/twin-cities-sun-day-festival
LOCATION:The River Hub at Graco Park\, 810 Sibley St. NE\, Minneapolis\, Minnesota\, 55413
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20250920T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20250920T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173631
CREATED:20250915T134536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T134540Z
UID:624919-1758369600-1758376800@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:Picnic Day
DESCRIPTION:Join COPAL and the Frontline Communities Protection Coalition for a day of food\, connection\, and action! \n\n\n\nFor decades\, BIPOC and low-income communities have carried the heaviest burden of pollution\, harming our health\, environment\, and future. Now\, with Minnesota’s Cumulative Impacts Law (2023)\, we have a tool to protect our neighborhoods and say NO to new polluting industries. \n\n\n\nWe’ll share delicious food (potluck style—bring a dish if you want!)\, talk about the air pollution we see in our communities\, and learn how we can use this law to protect our families and our air. \n\n\n\nRegister here!
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/picnic-day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20250907T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20250907T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173631
CREATED:20250726T170553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T171657Z
UID:624708-1757230200-1757251800@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:Saint Paul Classic Bike Tour
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate the 31st annual Saint Paul Classic Bike Tour on Sunday\, September 7\, 2025! As always\, this music festival on wheels features fabulous scenery\, tasty treats and waterfront views at all four rest stops. The Roe Family Singers\, Mississippi Mudsteppers and jubilant tuba of Tony Randazzo will all be back. We hope you will be too! \n\n\n\nFresh Energy will be rocking out and playing clean energy plinko at the Como Pavillion! We hope to see you there! \n\n\n\nLearn more and register today
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/saint-paul-classic-bike-tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20250821T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20250901T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173631
CREATED:20250730T200258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T200301Z
UID:624741-1755763200-1756746000@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota State Fair Eco Experience
DESCRIPTION:The Eco Experience at the Minnesota State Fair is the go-to place for learning ways you can save money and the planet. Learn the latest in energy efficiency\, renewable energy\, electric vehicles\, sustainable practices and financial incentives that can help you lower your carbon footprint. Fresh Energy is proud to sponsor this fun\, family friendly\, event! \n\n\n\nLearn more\n\n\n\nSign up to volunteer
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/minnesota-state-fair-eco-experience-2
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20250814T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20250814T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173631
CREATED:20250718T162713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T140849Z
UID:624640-1755194400-1755201600@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:Clean Heat Minnesota: Future of Gas Public Comment Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Minnesota’s energy regulators are making important decisions about who pays for expanding the gas system and what changes are needed to better align with our state’s climate goals. \n\n\n\nWe can have clean\, reliable\, locally made energy that prioritizes the health of our communities. Hear about the Future of Gas proceeding at the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission\, and how to make your voice heard through submitting a public comment. Learn from regulatory experts\, have a chance to ask questions about the docket\, and submit your comment before you leave. \n\n\n\nCo-hosted by Community Stabilization Project\, COPAL\, Citizens Utility Board of Minnesota\, Fresh Energy\, Midwest Building Decarbonization Coalition\, Minnesota Interfaith Power & Light\, MN350\, and Resilient Cities & Communities. \n\n\n\nRSVP requested to help us provide the best estimates for dinner and organizing the event.  \n\n\n\nRegister here!
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/clean-heat-minnesota-future-of-gas-public-comment-workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20250806T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20250806T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173631
CREATED:20250724T173437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T184543Z
UID:624693-1754481600-1754485200@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Unpacking the budget reconciliation law's impacts on Minnesota’s clean energy future
DESCRIPTION:On July 4\, 2025\, the federal budget reconciliation bill was signed into law\, a move that will have sweeping implications for clean energy and climate progress in the United States. But how will these cuts and changes impact Minnesota’s clean energy future? \n\n\n\nFresh Energy advances policy change focused on equitably decarbonizing five key areas of the economy: electricity\, buildings\, transportation\, heavy industry\, and agriculture. When our team of experts reviewed this new law\, we looked at it through the lens of how it would impact these key areas of organizational focus as we work to achieve our mission of a clean energy economy that benefits all Minnesotans. \n\n\n\nJoin our policy experts on August 6 at 12 p.m. for a discussion about the law’s implications for clean energy — and bring your questions! Half of the agenda will be set aside for an audience Q&A. \n\n\n\nAnd please note\, the current status of many of the programs we’ll discuss is an evolving situation. We will endeavor to share the most up-to-date information possible. A recording of this webinar will be sent to everyone who registers. \n\n\n\nDetails:Wednesday\, August 6\, 12-1 p.m. \n\n\n\n\nRegister here\n\n\n\n\nPresenters: \n\n\n\n\nIsak Kvam (moderator)\, Senior Associate\, Writer and Editor\n\n\n\nAnjali Bains\, Managing Director\, Transportation\n\n\n\nEric Fowler\, Director\, Building Performance\n\n\n\nAllen Gleckner\, Chief Policy Officer\n\n\n\nBrandon Isakson\, Managing Director\, Industry\n\n\n\nJohn Vaughn\, Managing Director\, Community and Economic Development
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/webinar-unpacking-the-budget-reconciliation-laws-impacts-on-minnesotas-clean-energy-future
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20250715T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20250715T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173631
CREATED:20250408T141415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T215138Z
UID:624251-1752598800-1752607800@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:Fresh Frolic: An all-electric party at The Trailhead at Theo Wirth
DESCRIPTION:Sip\, savor\, and be social! Celebrate summer and all things electric with Fresh Energy on Tuesday\, July 15\, at “Fresh Frolic: An all-electric party at The Trailhead at Theodore Wirth Park.” \n\n\n\nSpace is limited and registration is required. \n\n\n\nRegister now to save your spot!\n\n\n\nGet your ticket to join friends of Fresh Energy\, clean energy enthusiasts\, and more for a social evening of conversation\, networking\, and activities. Guests will also enjoy tasty appetizers and choice of beverage\, including beer\, wine\, and non-alcoholic options.  \n\n\n\nYou’ll have the opportunity to meet the Fresh Energy team and check out an all-electric petting zoo complete with a mix of e-cargo bikes from Perennial Cycle to test ride\, lawn and garden equipment from Toro and MTI Distributing\, a slate of electric vehicles large and small from White Bear Mitsubishi and Volkswagen of Inver Grove\, and more! This event will take place both indoors and outdoors at The Trailhead\, a unique venue nestled in the woods of Theodore Wirth Park.   \n\n\n\nEvent details:Tuesday\, July 15\, 2025 5 – 7:30 p.m. The Trailhead at Theodore Wirth Park 1221 Theodore Wirth Pkwy\, Minneapolis\, MN 55422  \n\n\n\nTickets:Adults $25 Kids (12 and under) $10  \n\n\n\nTicket prices include appetizers and one drink ticket. Beer\, wine\, and non-alcoholic beverages will be available. \n\n\n\nGetting there:\n\n\n\nPlease note that parking is limited near The Trailhead and spaces near the building are not guaranteed. This event would be a great time to carpool\, take the bus or bike if you are able to. \n\n\n\nParking: The best parking option is nearby at Mortenson: 700 Meadow Lane N\, Golden Valley\, MN 55422. See below for detailed information and download a helpful map here. \n\n\n\n\nMortenson Lot: Access this lot from Highway 55 by turning north on Meadow Lane just one block west of Theodore Wirth Parkway. Follow the road around a curve until you reach a fork for Mortenson and Animal Humane Society. Keep right to park in the Mortenson lot. Parking is not allowed at the Humane Society or in “Reserved” spaces. From there you can get to The Trailhead one of two ways:\n\nOption 1: Take the shuttle bus. Fresh Energy will provide a shuttle between the Mortenson lot and The Trailhead approximately every 15 minutes. The shuttle will pick up guests where Meadow Lane meets the entrance to the Mortenson parking lot (see the star on the map). Please line up along the sidewalk near the Mortenson sign to wait for the shuttle.\n\n\n\nOption 2: Walk the wooded trail. Follow the signs for a 5 – 10-minute walk by trail. From the Mortenson lot\, you will walk through the Humane Society lot to a green space\, cross train tracks\, and follow signs along the dirt trail until you reach the paved Luce Line Trail that continues to The Trailhead. Make sure to wear sturdy shoes!\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Trailhead North and South Lots: These lots are in front of The Trailhead and provide the closest access to the building\, which also means they are usually the first to fill up.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTransit: The Metro Transit bus stops at The Trailhead building (Stop ID: 56977) and Plymouth Ave & Theodore Wirth Pkwy (Stop ID: 56978) when traveling on Route 7. Plan your transit trip here. \n\n\n\nBike: The Trailhead building is easily accessible from the Luce Line State Trail which spans over 60 miles west from Theodore Wirth Park. The Trailhead also sits on the 51-mile paved Grand Rounds Scenic Byway\, which connects the Chain of Lakes\, Mississippi River\, Minnehaha Falls\, and downtown Minneapolis riverfront to Theodore Wirth Park\, North Minneapolis\, and Northeast Minneapolis. \n\n\n\nOther: Lyft or Uber \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our event sponsors! 
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/fresh-frolic25
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20250630T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20250630T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173631
CREATED:20250626T142003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T142008Z
UID:624587-1751292000-1751295600@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:Webinar - Updating Minnesota's Climate Action Framework
DESCRIPTION:Minnesota is updating our Climate Action Framework in 2025 to include a more comprehensive set of actions with a stronger focus on collaboration\, community benefits\, and workforce needs. Though we have made progress\, we must accelerate the pace and scale of our climate actions to achieve our long-term vision of a carbon-neutral\, resilient\, and equitable future. \n\n\n\nOn June 30\, state leaders will share draft action steps that will lay the foundation for the 2025 Climate Action Framework. Some of these actions were included in the 2022 framework and expand on work that state agencies are doing. Others are new to the 2025 framework and reflect progress made on our original goals. The draft actions steps document will be open for public comment from June 30 to July 21\, 2025. \n\n\n\nJoin us for a webinar on Monday\, June 30\, 2025\, from 2 to 3 p.m. for an overview of the draft action steps and how you can share your perspective. \n\n\n\n*This meeting was originally scheduled for Monday\, June 16\, 2025. \n\n\n\nJoin the webinar
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/webinar-updating-minnesotas-climate-action-framework
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20250629T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20250629T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173631
CREATED:20250613T153151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T153257Z
UID:624520-1751209200-1751216400@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:EV Plus Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Beth Jacob Congregation Climate Action Committee is hosting a showcase of all things electric\, including electric vehicles\, e-bikes\, scooters\, and lawn equipment! EV owners will be around to answer questions\, and the event will feature a panel to hear from owners and experts! And of course\, it wouldn’t be a Beth Jacob event without refreshments.  \n\n\n\nEvent detailsSunday\, June 29\, 3 – 5 p.m. / Rain date: July 20\, 3 -5 p.m.Beth Jacob Congregation Parking Lot1179 Victoria Curve Mendota Heights\, MN 55118Contact: bskess7@comcast.net
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/ev-plus-fair
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20250625T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20250625T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173631
CREATED:20250527T204033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T160724Z
UID:624485-1750874400-1750879800@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:MPCA: Draft concepts for the cumulative impacts analysis rules
DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency for an opportunity to discuss and provide input on the draft concepts for the cumulative impacts analysis rules. The MPCA will hold a virtual meeting to share the draft rule concepts we’ve prepared to meet the requirements in state law to adopt rules to implement and govern cumulative impact analyses and the issuance or denial of permits for facilities that impact environmental justice areas in the Twin Cities\, Rochester\, and Duluth. The MPCA is seeking input on our draft rule concepts as we continue to develop the rules for cumulative impacts analyses before issuing a notice of intent to adopt the rule in May 2026. \n\n\n\nLearn more
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/mpca-draft-concepts-for-the-cumulative-impacts-analysis-rules
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20250616T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20250616T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173631
CREATED:20250606T152120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T155050Z
UID:624496-1750096800-1750102200@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Clean Heat Minnesota: Understanding Your Role in Minnesota’s Energy Shift
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE: The event for this evening\, June 16th\, has been cancelled. We are sorry for any confusion or inconvenience this may have caused. We hope to see you later this summer\, at our event co-hosted with AICHO on July 21. \n\n\n\nJoin Clean Heat Minnesota and AICHO for an interactive workshop focused on the future of clean heating in our homes. At the event\, we’ll explore how home heating systems fit into Minnesota’s clean energy transition\, and what the shift means for our climate\, our health\, and our energy bills. Learn how state and local policies influence home heating options and what you can do to make sure that the energy transition is affordable for all Minnesotans. Dinner will be provided and feel free to ask any questions in the form below\, the organizers will be sure to get back to you. This event is co-sponsored by COPAL\, the Citizens Utility Board of Minnesota\, and Fresh Energy. \n\n\n\nRSVPs requested to help us provide the best estimates for dinner and organizing the event. \n\n\n\nEvent DetailsMonday\, June 16\, 20256 – 7:30 p.m.Dr. Robert Powless Cultural Center at AICHO202 W 2nd St\, Duluth\, MN 55802
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/clean-heat-minnesota-understanding-your-role-in-minnesotas-energy-shift
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20250616T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20250616T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173631
CREATED:20250616T184707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T184759Z
UID:624528-1750082400-1750086000@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:POSTPONED - Minnesota's Climate Action Framework Webinars
DESCRIPTION:The June 16 webinar has been postponed. Check back soon for a rescheduled date and time. \n\n\n\nMinnesota is updating our Climate Action Framework in 2025 to include a more comprehensive set of actions with a stronger focus on collaboration\, community benefits\, and workforce needs. Though we have made progress\, we must accelerate the pace and scale of our climate actions to achieve our long-term vision of a carbon-neutral\, resilient\, and equitable future. \n\n\n\nMinnesota state government wants to hear how climate change is impacting your community and the actions you’d like to see included in the 2025 Climate Action Framework. In June\, the state will seek public feedback on draft action steps that will lay the foundation for our updated framework. \n\n\n\nIn 2022\, Minnesota released our Climate Action Framework — a vision for how our state will address and prepare for climate change. Over the last three years\, we’ve made significant progress on climate action. Billions of dollars in state and federal funding have advanced dozens of programs to cut climate pollution and prepare our state for a warmer\, wetter Minnesota. \n\n\n\nLearn more about our next steps for the Climate Action Framework during two-part webinar series being held in June. \n\n\n\nPart I: Minnesota climate change listening sessionMonday\, June 2\, 2025\, from 6 to 7:30 p.m.How is your community feeling the impacts of climate change? What climate actions are you most excited about? Share more about how you’re feeling about climate change in a listening session convened by state leaders. \n\n\n\nJoin the June 2 webinar\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPOSTPONED – Part II: 2025 Climate Action Framework Draft Action Steps overviewMonday\, June 16\, 2025\, from 2 to 3 p.m.Learn how you can provide your perspective on the draft action steps the state is releasing for public comment in June and July. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAttendees are welcome to participate in one or both of the webinars. The state will be releasing the 2025 Climate Action Framework draft action steps for public comment after the June 16 webinar. Reach out to climate.mn@state.mn.us with questions.
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/minnesotas-climate-action-framework-webinars-2
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20250616T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20250616T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173631
CREATED:20250530T152637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T154355Z
UID:624491-1750082400-1750086000@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota's Climate Action Framework Webinars
DESCRIPTION:Minnesota is updating our Climate Action Framework in 2025 to include a more comprehensive set of actions with a stronger focus on collaboration\, community benefits\, and workforce needs. Though we have made progress\, we must accelerate the pace and scale of our climate actions to achieve our long-term vision of a carbon-neutral\, resilient\, and equitable future. \n\n\n\nMinnesota state government wants to hear how climate change is impacting your community and the actions you’d like to see included in the 2025 Climate Action Framework. In June\, the state will seek public feedback on draft action steps that will lay the foundation for our updated framework. \n\n\n\nIn 2022\, Minnesota released our Climate Action Framework — a vision for how our state will address and prepare for climate change. Over the last three years\, we’ve made significant progress on climate action. Billions of dollars in state and federal funding have advanced dozens of programs to cut climate pollution and prepare our state for a warmer\, wetter Minnesota. \n\n\n\nLearn more about our next steps for the Climate Action Framework during two-part webinar series being held in June. \n\n\n\nPart I: Minnesota climate change listening sessionMonday\, June 2\, 2025\, from 6 to 7:30 p.m.How is your community feeling the impacts of climate change? What climate actions are you most excited about? Share more about how you’re feeling about climate change in a listening session convened by state leaders. \n\n\n\nJoin the June 2 webinar\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPart II: 2025 Climate Action Framework Draft Action Steps overviewMonday\, June 16\, 2025\, from 2 to 3 p.m.Learn how you can provide your perspective on the draft action steps the state is releasing for public comment in June and July. \n\n\n\nJoin the June 16 webinar\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAttendees are welcome to participate in one or both of the webinars. The state will be releasing the 2025 Climate Action Framework draft action steps for public comment after the June 16 webinar. Reach out to climate.mn@state.mn.us with questions.
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/minnesotas-climate-action-framework-webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20250528T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20250528T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173631
CREATED:20250513T194759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T202344Z
UID:624395-1748437200-1748440800@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:Webinar - Energy Demand\, Jobs\, and Growth: The Minnesota Model
DESCRIPTION:Join the EFI Foundation for a virtual conversation with Minnesota energy stakeholders to explore the growing electricity demands driven by data centers and AI. With earlier projections showing energy use declining\, new forecasts predict sharp increases–posing new challenges and opportunities. This event will spotlight Minnesota’s response and offer a roadmap for other states to ensure reliable\, clean\, affordable energy and good jobs in a time of rapid transition. \n\n\n\nFireside Chat | 1 – 1:30 p.m. (Central) \n\n\n\n\nErnest J. Moniz\, Founder and CEO\, EFI Foundation\n\n\n\nRyan Long\, President Xcel Energy – Minnesota\, North Dakota and South Dakota\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPanel Discussion | 1:30 – 2 p.m. (Central) \n\n\n\n\nDavid Foster\, EFIF Distinguished Associate\n\n\n\nMargaret Cherne-Hendrick\, CEO\, Fresh Energy\n\n\n\nJoe Fowler\, Business Manager\, LiUNA LU #563\n\n\n\nRyan Hentges\, CEO\, Dakota Electric\n\n\n\nSydnie Lieb\, Assistant Commissioner\, MN Department of Commerce\n\n\n\nAnne Schwagerl\, Vice President\, MN Farmers Union\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/webinar-energy-demand-jobs-and-growth-the-minnesota-model
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20250521T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20250521T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173631
CREATED:20250324T183551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T203914Z
UID:624137-1747846800-1747854000@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:Lagers and Legislation
DESCRIPTION:The regular session of the Minnesota Legislature comes to an end on May 19\, 2025. Register and mark your calendar to join clean energy advocates\, members of Fresh Energy’s Action Network\, and Fresh Energy staff at Urban Growler in Saint Paul to get to know others like you who care about clean energy and to discuss session outcomes.  \n\n\n\nPlease join us for our third gathering of Fresh Energy’s Action Network on May 21\, 2025\, from 5-7 p.m. at Urban Growler in Saint Paul. This event is open to all\, so please invite friends\, colleagues\, or others from your network who care about advancing clean energy and climate progress in Minnesota. \n\n\n\nRSVP now.\n\n\n\nBrynn Kirsling\, Director of Legislative and Grassroots Advocacy and Ethan Culver\, Senior Associate for Coalitions and Campaigns at Fresh Energy\, will lead a brief legislative debrief at 6 p.m. Drop in when you can\, but we hope you’ll join us for that portion of the event. And while we’re calling this “Lagers and Legislation\,” Urban Growler will have a variety of brews and non-alcoholic drinks on tap. \n\n\n\nCome lift a glass to advancing and defending meaningful climate policy and get to know your fellow Action Network members. Anyone is welcome at this gathering. Registration is required\, please register below. \n\n\n\nEvent Details: May 21\, 2025 5-7 p.m. (brief remarks at 6 p.m.) Urban Growler\, 2325 Endicott Street\, Saint Paul\, MN 55114
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/lagers-and-legislation2
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20250520T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20250520T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173631
CREATED:20250514T184230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T191109Z
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SUMMARY:Become a Savvy Energy Consumer: Summer Edition
DESCRIPTION:For most households\, summer brings with it high electric bills – it takes a lot of energy to stay cool! Join us for dinner and an interactive workshop to learn how to lower your energy bills while staying comfortable this summer. \n\n\n\nThe workshop will focus on understanding your utility bills\, preparing your home for summer\, ideas to reduce energy use\, and information about programs and rebates that can save you money. We’ll also talk about indoor air quality and introduce induction stovetops\, a cleaner and healthier way to cook. Bring all your energy related questions! \n\n\n\nThis event will be hosted by Ayada Leads and Clean Heat Minnesota in collaboration with COPAL\, the Citizens Utility Board of Minnesota\, and Fresh Energy. \n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/become-a-savvy-energy-consumer-summer-edition
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UID:624053-1747486800-1747497600@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:Eco Fair on Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join six St Paul faith communities for this free\, family-friendly event! You can enjoy good food and learn about all things green\, from e-bikes to pollinator gardens\, electric vehicles\, and solar installations. \n\n\n\nFeaturing: \n\n\n\n\nElectric Vehicle Showroom featuring test drives with local dealers and private owners sharing the ‘inside scoop’ on ownership.Electric fire truck\n\n\n\nElectric school bus\n\n\n\nE-bikes\n\n\n\nHOURCAR ride share\n\n\n\nElectric lawn and garden tools\n\n\n\nHeat pumps and household electric appliances\n\n\n\nResidential solar\n\n\n\nNative garden & pollinator experts\n\n\n\nWaste and recycling with City of St. Paul and Evergreen Collective\n\n\n\nFood trucks and vegetarian options\n\n\n\nN/A beer sampling\n\n\n\n\nLearn more!
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/eco-fair-on-summit-2
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UID:624010-1747476000-1747490400@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:Solar Boat Regatta
DESCRIPTION:At the Minnesota Renewable Energy Society’s Solar Boat Regatta\, teams demonstrate knowledge of science\, technology\, engineering and math (STEM) to design and build boats powered by the sun. They compete in a number of races\, culminating with a one-hour endurance race. \n\n\n\nThis event has given hundreds of middle and high school students\, and others willing to step up to the challenge\, valuable and unique experience with solar electricity\, wiring\, motors\, fluid dynamics\, boat design\, construction\, and teamwork. By racing the solar-powered boat that they have built\, students experience the thrill of competition and the pride of accomplishment that comes with creating something useful and fun. \n\n\n\nLearn more!
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/solar-boat-regatta
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