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SUMMARY:Electroposium Inaugural Event 2023
DESCRIPTION:The University of Minnesota’s Technological Leadership Institute (TLI) has launched the new Center for Electrification opportunity (MN CEO). The inaugural debut for the initiative will be the Electroposium at the Twin Cities Campus on Monday\, October 9th\, 2023. The event aims to inspire and empower the next generation of electrification leaders by showcasing the latest technological advancements\, offering hands-on training and informational sessions\, and fostering discussions about the future of electrification. \n\n\n\nThe Electroposium will be a free and unparalleled networking opportunity for students\, industry professionals\, and academic experts alike. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet the details!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister!
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/electroposium-inaugural-event-2023
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SUMMARY:MnSEIA's 10th Annual Gateway to Solar Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Gateway to Solar Conference\, hosted by the Minnesota Solar Energy Industries Association (MnSEIA)\, is the Midwest’s biggest and best solar + storage conference. 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\nLearn more!
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/mnseias-10th-annual-gateway-to-solar-conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230912T130000
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SUMMARY:Cumulative impacts of air pollution: Community open house
DESCRIPTION:For many neighborhoods and communities in Minnesota\, decades-old permitting and zoning decisions by local\, state\, and federal governments have resulted in heavily polluting industrial and manufacturing facilities located near homes\, schools\, and parks. These decisions have left too many Minnesotans disproportionally exposed to harmful pollutants. \n\n\n\nTo start correcting this problem\, the Minnesota Legislature has directed the MPCA to address the cumulative impacts of air pollution in the permitting process. This affects community members and about 110 facilities within environmental justice areas in the Twin Cities seven-county metropolitan area and the cities of Rochester and Duluth. The MPCA is beginning a rulemaking process to determine how to implement this new law. \n\n\n\nPlease join this community open house to learn more about what cumulative impacts are\, who they affect\, and how you can get involved in this rulemaking process. \n\n\n\nGet the details!\n\n\n\nAttend a meeting:\n\n\n\n\nSept 12 (1-3) – Virtual\n\n\n\nSept. 14 (6-8 p.m.) – St. Paul (Metro State University – Science Education Center Atrium)\n\n\n\nSept. 19 (5-7 p.m.) – Brooklyn Center (Brookdale Library)\n\n\n\nSept. 21 (6-8 p.m.) – Duluth (Clyde Iron Works Event Center)\n\n\n\nSept. 26 (6-8 p.m.) – Rochester (Graham Park – Aune Hall)
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/cumulative-impacts-of-air-pollution-community-open-house
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230912T130000
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UID:621159-1694523600-1694530800@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:Cumulative impacts of air pollution: Community open house
DESCRIPTION:For many neighborhoods and communities in Minnesota\, decades-old permitting and zoning decisions by local\, state\, and federal governments have resulted in heavily polluting industrial and manufacturing facilities located near homes\, schools\, and parks. These decisions have left too many Minnesotans disproportionally exposed to harmful pollutants. \n\n\n\nTo start correcting this problem\, the Minnesota Legislature has directed the MPCA to address the cumulative impacts of air pollution in the permitting process. This affects community members and about 110 facilities within environmental justice areas in the Twin Cities seven-county metropolitan area and the cities of Rochester and Duluth. The MPCA is beginning a rulemaking process to determine how to implement this new law. \n\n\n\nPlease join this community open house to learn more about what cumulative impacts are\, who they affect\, and how you can get involved in this rulemaking process. \n\n\n\nGet the details!\n\n\n\nAttend a meeting:\n\n\n\n\nSept 12 (1-3) – Virtual\n\n\n\nSept. 14 (6-8 p.m.) – St. Paul (Metro State University – Science Education Center Atrium)\n\n\n\nSept. 19 (5-7 p.m.) – Brooklyn Center (Brookdale Library)\n\n\n\nSept. 21 (6-8 p.m.) – Duluth (Clyde Iron Works Event Center)\n\n\n\nSept. 26 (6-8 p.m.) – Rochester (Graham Park – Aune Hall)
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/cumulative-impacts-of-air-pollution-community-open-house
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230920T183000
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CREATED:20230830T153656Z
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UID:621204-1695234600-1695241800@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:Back to School: It’s Electric!
DESCRIPTION:Minnesota students deserve to breathe clean air — and we have a unique opportunity to make it happen! Thanks to federal funding\, it’s easier than ever to get FREE electric buses in our school districts. \n\n\n\nThe EPA’s Clean School Bus Rebate Program opens this fall\, and there is money on the table to get as many MN students on electric school buses as possible. Join MN350 for an educational and inspiring evening learning about how you can support your school district in making electric school buses a reality for students in your community. \n\n\n\nLast year\, MN only got 4 electric school buses in the first round of federal funding. Even South Dakota got double that! We have a lot of catching up to do\, and it’s time to prove that MN prioritizes our students’ health. \n\n\n\nRSVP
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/back-to-school-its-electric
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230912T130000
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SUMMARY:Cumulative impacts of air pollution: Community open house
DESCRIPTION:For many neighborhoods and communities in Minnesota\, decades-old permitting and zoning decisions by local\, state\, and federal governments have resulted in heavily polluting industrial and manufacturing facilities located near homes\, schools\, and parks. These decisions have left too many Minnesotans disproportionally exposed to harmful pollutants. \n\n\n\nTo start correcting this problem\, the Minnesota Legislature has directed the MPCA to address the cumulative impacts of air pollution in the permitting process. This affects community members and about 110 facilities within environmental justice areas in the Twin Cities seven-county metropolitan area and the cities of Rochester and Duluth. The MPCA is beginning a rulemaking process to determine how to implement this new law. \n\n\n\nPlease join this community open house to learn more about what cumulative impacts are\, who they affect\, and how you can get involved in this rulemaking process. \n\n\n\nGet the details!\n\n\n\nAttend a meeting:\n\n\n\n\nSept 12 (1-3) – Virtual\n\n\n\nSept. 14 (6-8 p.m.) – St. Paul (Metro State University – Science Education Center Atrium)\n\n\n\nSept. 19 (5-7 p.m.) – Brooklyn Center (Brookdale Library)\n\n\n\nSept. 21 (6-8 p.m.) – Duluth (Clyde Iron Works Event Center)\n\n\n\nSept. 26 (6-8 p.m.) – Rochester (Graham Park – Aune Hall)
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/cumulative-impacts-of-air-pollution-community-open-house
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230912T130000
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DTSTAMP:20260403T133754
CREATED:20230822T203936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T141104Z
UID:621159-1694523600-1694530800@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:Cumulative impacts of air pollution: Community open house
DESCRIPTION:For many neighborhoods and communities in Minnesota\, decades-old permitting and zoning decisions by local\, state\, and federal governments have resulted in heavily polluting industrial and manufacturing facilities located near homes\, schools\, and parks. These decisions have left too many Minnesotans disproportionally exposed to harmful pollutants. \n\n\n\nTo start correcting this problem\, the Minnesota Legislature has directed the MPCA to address the cumulative impacts of air pollution in the permitting process. This affects community members and about 110 facilities within environmental justice areas in the Twin Cities seven-county metropolitan area and the cities of Rochester and Duluth. The MPCA is beginning a rulemaking process to determine how to implement this new law. \n\n\n\nPlease join this community open house to learn more about what cumulative impacts are\, who they affect\, and how you can get involved in this rulemaking process. \n\n\n\nGet the details!\n\n\n\nAttend a meeting:\n\n\n\n\nSept 12 (1-3) – Virtual\n\n\n\nSept. 14 (6-8 p.m.) – St. Paul (Metro State University – Science Education Center Atrium)\n\n\n\nSept. 19 (5-7 p.m.) – Brooklyn Center (Brookdale Library)\n\n\n\nSept. 21 (6-8 p.m.) – Duluth (Clyde Iron Works Event Center)\n\n\n\nSept. 26 (6-8 p.m.) – Rochester (Graham Park – Aune Hall)
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/cumulative-impacts-of-air-pollution-community-open-house
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230912T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230912T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133754
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UID:621159-1694523600-1694530800@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:Cumulative impacts of air pollution: Community open house
DESCRIPTION:For many neighborhoods and communities in Minnesota\, decades-old permitting and zoning decisions by local\, state\, and federal governments have resulted in heavily polluting industrial and manufacturing facilities located near homes\, schools\, and parks. These decisions have left too many Minnesotans disproportionally exposed to harmful pollutants. \n\n\n\nTo start correcting this problem\, the Minnesota Legislature has directed the MPCA to address the cumulative impacts of air pollution in the permitting process. This affects community members and about 110 facilities within environmental justice areas in the Twin Cities seven-county metropolitan area and the cities of Rochester and Duluth. The MPCA is beginning a rulemaking process to determine how to implement this new law. \n\n\n\nPlease join this community open house to learn more about what cumulative impacts are\, who they affect\, and how you can get involved in this rulemaking process. \n\n\n\nGet the details!\n\n\n\nAttend a meeting:\n\n\n\n\nSept 12 (1-3) – Virtual\n\n\n\nSept. 14 (6-8 p.m.) – St. Paul (Metro State University – Science Education Center Atrium)\n\n\n\nSept. 19 (5-7 p.m.) – Brooklyn Center (Brookdale Library)\n\n\n\nSept. 21 (6-8 p.m.) – Duluth (Clyde Iron Works Event Center)\n\n\n\nSept. 26 (6-8 p.m.) – Rochester (Graham Park – Aune Hall)
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/cumulative-impacts-of-air-pollution-community-open-house
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230812T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230812T130000
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CREATED:20230714T135328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230714T135959Z
UID:620986-1691830800-1691845200@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:2023 Lakes Area Electric Vehicle Event
DESCRIPTION:Test drive your clean energy future in a fun\, family-friendly atmosphere at the Lakes Area Electric Vehicle Event. Fresh Energy’s J. Drake Hamilton is the keynote speaker and will be discussing the Inflation Reduction Act regarding new electrification incentives (up to $14\,00).  \n\n\n\nGet the details!
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/2023-lakes-area-electric-vehicle-event
LOCATION:First Lutheran Church\, 912 Lake Ave\, Detroit Lakes\, Minnesota\, 56501\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230626T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230626T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133754
CREATED:20230622T151340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T151343Z
UID:620890-1687797000-1687804200@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota Climate Innovation Finance Authority Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join Minnesota Interfaith Power and Light and CURE on Monday\, June 26\, to celebrate the newly established Minnesota Climate Innovation Finance Authority! \n\n\n\nThe Minnesota Climate Innovation Finance Authority (MNCIFA) is a state funding authority that will help communities\, families\, and businesses access money for renewable energy and other green projects. This innovative “green bank” was designed with equity and climate justice at its core. No one should be left behind in the transition to our greener future! MNCIFA will ensure everyone has access to the technical assistance and upfront funding needed to center equity and scale up our energy transition for climate justice. \n\n\n\nRegister today!
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/minnesota-climate-innovation-finance-authority-celebration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230614T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230614T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133754
CREATED:20230420T183219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230420T183224Z
UID:620667-1686762000-1686772800@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:2023 Consumers Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Fresh Energy is proud to be a Silver Sponsor of the 2023 Consumers Celebration. Join us for CUB’s annual event celebrating seven years of advocating for Minnesota’s energy consumers. \n\n\n\nGet tickets!
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/2023-consumers-celebration
LOCATION:Dock & Paddle at Como Lakeside Pavilion\, 1360 Lexington Pkwy N\, St Paul\, Minnesota\, 55103\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230608T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230608T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133754
CREATED:20230404T205100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230608T165251Z
UID:620569-1686243600-1686258000@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:100% FRESH: Celebrating Michael Noble and Fresh Energy's bright future
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for your interest in 100% FRESH! We have closed online ticket sales\, but you can purchase tickets at the door tonight for $20 adults and $10 for children ages 12 and under.  \n\n\n\nEvent details:\n\n\n\nToday\, Thursday\, June 8\, 20235-9 p.m.City House\, 258 Mill St\, St Paul\, MN 55102Short Program 7 p.m.Live Music 7:30 p.m. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe party starts at 5 p.m. at City House but join us whenever you’re able! Appetizers will be served\, and your first drink will be on Fresh Energy. A short program will begin at 7 p.m. followed by live music from Mark Joseph and the American Soul at 7:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nPlease note that City House does not accept any cash. They accept all major credit cards as well as Samsung\, Google\, and Apple Pay. \n\n\n\nGetting to City House: Parking is limited so we are encouraging carpooling\, biking\, or taking transit. \n\n\n\nFor those biking\, City House is right off the Sam Morgan Regional Trail\, the dedicated bike and pedestrian trail that follows Shepard/Warner Road. Bike parking is located outside of the City House entrance. \n\n\n\nFor those taking public transit\, please use MetroTransit’s route planner to plan your trip. \n\n\n\nFor those driving\, there is limited\, free street parking located around City House along Mill Street\, Spring Street\, and Walnut Street. Please see the map below for the street parking options. Once parked\, head down the hill from Walnut/Mill Street toward the Mississippi River. There are stairs and an accessible\, paved path that lead down to the venue entrance. Guests may also consider parking at the Science Museum ramp for $10 if you don’t mind a 5-7 minute walk to the venue. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Please reach out to me at theuer@fresh-energy.org if you have any questions.
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/100fresh
LOCATION:City House\, 258 Mill Street\, Saint Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230605T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230605T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133754
CREATED:20230523T193951Z
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SUMMARY:Paving the Way to Justice 40
DESCRIPTION:Minnesota’s Environmental Justice Community Advocates will come together to chart a course forward for full\, equitable participation of Minnesota’s Indigenous and BIPOC communities in the rapidly unfolding clean energy revolution here in Minnesota. \n\n\n\nNew Federal investments and new State policies have launched an era of investment in clean energy infrastructure\, electrification\, and decarbonization that will be breathtaking in its scope and speed of advancement. \n\n\n\nThe forum conveners are Senator Tou Xiong\, Representative Athena Hollins\, and Representative Fue Lee. The lead speaker is Fresh Energy’s new Executive Director\, Brenda Cassillius.  \n\n\n\nKey presenters include:  \n\n\n\n\nDr. Pete Wyckoff\, Assistant Commissioner of Federal and State Initiatives at the Department of Commerce\n\n\n\nNicki Leingang\, Constituent Services Director\, US Representative Ilhan Omar’s Office\n\n\n\nGabriel Chan\, Lead Faculty University of Minnesota Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Technical Assistance Center\n\n\n\nJose Perez\, Hispanics in Energy\n\n\n\nNazir Khan\, Campaign Director\, Environmental Justice Table\n\n\n\nJuventino Meza\, Minnesota Interfaith Power & Light\n\n\n\nEmilia Avalos\, Unidos Minnesota\n\n\n\nPouya Najmaie\, Cooperative Energy Futures\n\n\n\n\nAnd more! \n\n\n\nRegister for this FREE event today!
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/paving-the-way-to-justice-40
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230524T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230524T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133754
CREATED:20230505T153637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T153640Z
UID:620719-1684940400-1684956600@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:Metro CERT Annual Event
DESCRIPTION:Join Metro Clean Energy Resource Team to celebrate 16 years of connecting communities to clean energy resources! The Metro CERT Annual Event is a free\, in-person gathering that connects communities to clean energy resources in the 11-county metro region. \n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\n\n3:30-4:30 p.m. Check-in and snacks\n\n\n\n4-6 p.m.  Program and small group conversations\n\n\n\n6-7:30 p.m. Networking\, appetizers\, cash bar\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nGet the details!
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/metro-cert-annual-event
LOCATION:Shoreview Community Center\, 4580 Victoria St. N\, Shoreview\, Minnesota\, 55126\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230523T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230523T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133754
CREATED:20230517T182136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T185446Z
UID:620771-1684852200-1684855800@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Legislative session debrief with Fresh Energy
DESCRIPTION:Let’s talk about what happened at the Minnesota Legislature! Join Fresh Energy policy experts for a webinar to discuss why this year was the biggest yet for clean energy and climate—and why it means the work is just beginning.  \n\n\n\nJoin us on May 23 at 2:30 p.m. to learn what some key accomplishments were this session\, what they mean for the work ahead\, and more. The webinar will be recorded and sent to all registrants after the event. \n\n\n\nWebinar guests: \n\n\n\n\nMichael Noble\, executive director\n\n\n\nJustin Fay\, senior lead\, public affairs and advocacy\n\n\n\nAnna Johnson\, senior manager\, state and local Affairs\n\n\n\nModerated by Jo Olson\, senior director\, communications and engagement
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/webinar-legislative-session-debrief-with-fresh-energy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230517T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230517T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133754
CREATED:20230425T180052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T180539Z
UID:620683-1684342800-1684353600@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:ARCS MN Scientists of the Year
DESCRIPTION:The ARCS Foundation of Minnesota is holding a unique event featuring the intersection of science and arts to celebrate their Scientists of the Year for 2023. The event will be held on Wednesday\, May 17\, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Weisman Art Museum on the University of Minnesota campus. \n\n\n\nFresh Energy’s J. Drake Hamilton and the Science Museum of Minnesota’s Patrick Hamilton will receive the award thanks to their significant contributions to improving our climate here in Minnesota\, the US\, and globally. The topic of their presentation will be “Seizing our Climate Moment.” \n\n\n\nEvent Schedule\n\n\n\n\n5:00 to 5:30 Optional curated tour of the Weisman Art Museum and The World Inside You\n\n\n\n5:30 to 6:30 ARCS Minnesota Scholar Poster Exhibits and Refreshments\n\n\n\n6:30 to 7:30 Program and Scientist of the Year Award Presentation\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nGet the details!
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/arcs-mn-scientists-of-the-year
LOCATION:The Weisman Art Museum\, 333 E River Road\, Minneapolis\, Minnesota\, 55455\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230414T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230414T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133754
CREATED:20230406T151221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230407T145251Z
UID:620626-1681479000-1681486200@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:Alternative Fuel Corridor Public Engagement Meetings
DESCRIPTION:The Minnesota Department of Transportation’s Office of Sustainability & Public Health will host in-person conversations about the next round of nominating roads as Alternative Fuel Corridors. They are seeking input from interested members of the community on the future corridors and would like your perspective! No registration is required to attend\, and the same agenda will be used in all locations. \n\n\n\nMnDOT invites and encourages participation by all. If you need an ASL\, a foreign language interpreter\, documents in an alternative format (such as braille\, large print or in a different language)\, or another reasonable accommodation for this email or event\, please email your request to Janet Miller at ADArequest.dot@state.mn.us or call 651-366-4720. \n\n\n\nGet the details!\n\n\n\nBackground\n\n\n\nThe U.S. DOT Alternative Fuel Corridor Nominations process started under the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act (FAST) Act in 2015 and was modified a bit under the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). Minnesota currently has two roads designated as Alternative Fuel Corridors (AFC) for Electric Vehicles – I-94 and I-35. This designation is important in determining how some of the federal IIJA funds can be spent on charging stations\, the numbers\, type\, etc. \n\n\n\nRound 6 of nominations happened in February – May 2022 with a focus on DC Fast Chargers and Interstates. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has not released the criteria for the upcoming Round 7 yet\, but it is anticipated in the first half of 2023. \n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\n\nReview of the MN Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Plan status\n\n\n\nDiscuss pros and cons of designating additional roads as AFCs\n\n\n\nUnderstand the capacity and interest of communities and utilities in various levels of EV charging.\n\n\n\n\nLocations\, Dates\, and Times\n\n\n\n\nApril 14: 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. Location at MnDOT Rochester Headquarters\, 2900 48th Street NW\, Rochester\, MN 55901-5848\n\n\n\nApril 27: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Location at MnDOT Duluth Headquarters\, 1123 Mesaba Ave.\, Duluth\, MN 55811\n\n\n\nMay 3: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Location at Windom Community Center\, 1750 Cottonwood Lake Dr.\, Windom\, MN 56101\n\n\n\nMay 11: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Location at MnDOT Baxter Headquarters\,7694 Industrial Park Road\, Baxter\, MN 56425-8096\n\n\n\nMay 11: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Location at MnDOT Bemidji Headquarters\, 3920 Highway 2 West\, Bemidji\, MN 56601
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/alternative-fuel-corridor-public-engagement-meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230414T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230414T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133754
CREATED:20230406T151221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230407T145251Z
UID:620626-1681479000-1681486200@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:Alternative Fuel Corridor Public Engagement Meetings
DESCRIPTION:The Minnesota Department of Transportation’s Office of Sustainability & Public Health will host in-person conversations about the next round of nominating roads as Alternative Fuel Corridors. They are seeking input from interested members of the community on the future corridors and would like your perspective! No registration is required to attend\, and the same agenda will be used in all locations. \n\n\n\nMnDOT invites and encourages participation by all. If you need an ASL\, a foreign language interpreter\, documents in an alternative format (such as braille\, large print or in a different language)\, or another reasonable accommodation for this email or event\, please email your request to Janet Miller at ADArequest.dot@state.mn.us or call 651-366-4720. \n\n\n\nGet the details!\n\n\n\nBackground\n\n\n\nThe U.S. DOT Alternative Fuel Corridor Nominations process started under the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act (FAST) Act in 2015 and was modified a bit under the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). Minnesota currently has two roads designated as Alternative Fuel Corridors (AFC) for Electric Vehicles – I-94 and I-35. This designation is important in determining how some of the federal IIJA funds can be spent on charging stations\, the numbers\, type\, etc. \n\n\n\nRound 6 of nominations happened in February – May 2022 with a focus on DC Fast Chargers and Interstates. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has not released the criteria for the upcoming Round 7 yet\, but it is anticipated in the first half of 2023. \n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\n\nReview of the MN Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Plan status\n\n\n\nDiscuss pros and cons of designating additional roads as AFCs\n\n\n\nUnderstand the capacity and interest of communities and utilities in various levels of EV charging.\n\n\n\n\nLocations\, Dates\, and Times\n\n\n\n\nApril 14: 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. Location at MnDOT Rochester Headquarters\, 2900 48th Street NW\, Rochester\, MN 55901-5848\n\n\n\nApril 27: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Location at MnDOT Duluth Headquarters\, 1123 Mesaba Ave.\, Duluth\, MN 55811\n\n\n\nMay 3: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Location at Windom Community Center\, 1750 Cottonwood Lake Dr.\, Windom\, MN 56101\n\n\n\nMay 11: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Location at MnDOT Baxter Headquarters\,7694 Industrial Park Road\, Baxter\, MN 56425-8096\n\n\n\nMay 11: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Location at MnDOT Bemidji Headquarters\, 3920 Highway 2 West\, Bemidji\, MN 56601
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/alternative-fuel-corridor-public-engagement-meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230510T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230510T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133754
CREATED:20230504T191038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230504T192222Z
UID:620711-1683716400-1683727200@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:Electric Vehicle Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Join state agencies and partners at the Minnesota Capitol for the 2023 Electric Vehicle Showcase. Learn about Minnesota’s latest and greatest EVs — from eBikes to pickup trucks at this free event. Attendees may register in advance\, but it is not required.  \n\n\n\nRegister here!
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/electric-vehicle-showcase
LOCATION:Minnesota State Capitol\, Upper Mall\, 75 Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55155\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230510T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230512T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133754
CREATED:20220927T181255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220927T181356Z
UID:619878-1683705600-1683910800@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:Getting to Zero Forum 2023
DESCRIPTION:Graphic/New Buildings Institute.\n\n\n\nThe Getting to Zero Forum is the premier event dedicated to building decarbonization. With a growing number of climate emergencies across the United States and around the world\, there is no more important time than now to bring together leading experts to share best practice approaches to reducing energy demand and decarbonization related to policy\, program\, and projects. Join us May 10-12 at the Forum!  \n\n\n\nRegister today!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin New Buildings Institute and a broad cross-section of stakeholders focused on ambitious building efficiency goals to organize both the policy and building communities to achieve zero carbon ambitions. Participants will share perspectives on the growth of both net zero energy and carbon buildings\, learn about best practices for successful projects\, and collaborate on opportunities to transform the built environment.
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/getting-to-zero-forum-2023
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230414T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230414T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133754
CREATED:20230406T151221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230407T145251Z
UID:620626-1681479000-1681486200@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:Alternative Fuel Corridor Public Engagement Meetings
DESCRIPTION:The Minnesota Department of Transportation’s Office of Sustainability & Public Health will host in-person conversations about the next round of nominating roads as Alternative Fuel Corridors. They are seeking input from interested members of the community on the future corridors and would like your perspective! No registration is required to attend\, and the same agenda will be used in all locations. \n\n\n\nMnDOT invites and encourages participation by all. If you need an ASL\, a foreign language interpreter\, documents in an alternative format (such as braille\, large print or in a different language)\, or another reasonable accommodation for this email or event\, please email your request to Janet Miller at ADArequest.dot@state.mn.us or call 651-366-4720. \n\n\n\nGet the details!\n\n\n\nBackground\n\n\n\nThe U.S. DOT Alternative Fuel Corridor Nominations process started under the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act (FAST) Act in 2015 and was modified a bit under the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). Minnesota currently has two roads designated as Alternative Fuel Corridors (AFC) for Electric Vehicles – I-94 and I-35. This designation is important in determining how some of the federal IIJA funds can be spent on charging stations\, the numbers\, type\, etc. \n\n\n\nRound 6 of nominations happened in February – May 2022 with a focus on DC Fast Chargers and Interstates. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has not released the criteria for the upcoming Round 7 yet\, but it is anticipated in the first half of 2023. \n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\n\nReview of the MN Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Plan status\n\n\n\nDiscuss pros and cons of designating additional roads as AFCs\n\n\n\nUnderstand the capacity and interest of communities and utilities in various levels of EV charging.\n\n\n\n\nLocations\, Dates\, and Times\n\n\n\n\nApril 14: 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. Location at MnDOT Rochester Headquarters\, 2900 48th Street NW\, Rochester\, MN 55901-5848\n\n\n\nApril 27: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Location at MnDOT Duluth Headquarters\, 1123 Mesaba Ave.\, Duluth\, MN 55811\n\n\n\nMay 3: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Location at Windom Community Center\, 1750 Cottonwood Lake Dr.\, Windom\, MN 56101\n\n\n\nMay 11: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Location at MnDOT Baxter Headquarters\,7694 Industrial Park Road\, Baxter\, MN 56425-8096\n\n\n\nMay 11: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Location at MnDOT Bemidji Headquarters\, 3920 Highway 2 West\, Bemidji\, MN 56601
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/alternative-fuel-corridor-public-engagement-meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230414T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230414T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133754
CREATED:20230406T151221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230407T145251Z
UID:620626-1681479000-1681486200@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:Alternative Fuel Corridor Public Engagement Meetings
DESCRIPTION:The Minnesota Department of Transportation’s Office of Sustainability & Public Health will host in-person conversations about the next round of nominating roads as Alternative Fuel Corridors. They are seeking input from interested members of the community on the future corridors and would like your perspective! No registration is required to attend\, and the same agenda will be used in all locations. \n\n\n\nMnDOT invites and encourages participation by all. If you need an ASL\, a foreign language interpreter\, documents in an alternative format (such as braille\, large print or in a different language)\, or another reasonable accommodation for this email or event\, please email your request to Janet Miller at ADArequest.dot@state.mn.us or call 651-366-4720. \n\n\n\nGet the details!\n\n\n\nBackground\n\n\n\nThe U.S. DOT Alternative Fuel Corridor Nominations process started under the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act (FAST) Act in 2015 and was modified a bit under the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). Minnesota currently has two roads designated as Alternative Fuel Corridors (AFC) for Electric Vehicles – I-94 and I-35. This designation is important in determining how some of the federal IIJA funds can be spent on charging stations\, the numbers\, type\, etc. \n\n\n\nRound 6 of nominations happened in February – May 2022 with a focus on DC Fast Chargers and Interstates. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has not released the criteria for the upcoming Round 7 yet\, but it is anticipated in the first half of 2023. \n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\n\nReview of the MN Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Plan status\n\n\n\nDiscuss pros and cons of designating additional roads as AFCs\n\n\n\nUnderstand the capacity and interest of communities and utilities in various levels of EV charging.\n\n\n\n\nLocations\, Dates\, and Times\n\n\n\n\nApril 14: 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. Location at MnDOT Rochester Headquarters\, 2900 48th Street NW\, Rochester\, MN 55901-5848\n\n\n\nApril 27: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Location at MnDOT Duluth Headquarters\, 1123 Mesaba Ave.\, Duluth\, MN 55811\n\n\n\nMay 3: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Location at Windom Community Center\, 1750 Cottonwood Lake Dr.\, Windom\, MN 56101\n\n\n\nMay 11: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Location at MnDOT Baxter Headquarters\,7694 Industrial Park Road\, Baxter\, MN 56425-8096\n\n\n\nMay 11: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Location at MnDOT Bemidji Headquarters\, 3920 Highway 2 West\, Bemidji\, MN 56601
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/alternative-fuel-corridor-public-engagement-meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230425T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230425T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133754
CREATED:20230509T151805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T151809Z
UID:620736-1682431200-1682436600@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:CIP Low Income + Planning Meeting #5 (Utility Feedback Forum)
DESCRIPTION:After three meetings focused on understanding the opportunities and challenges of the utility energy efficiency space among participants\, the CIP “Low Income+” Workshops series shifted to hosting utilities as they presented their proposals for their upcoming 3-year efficiency draft plans (due June 1st)\, with a focus on serving under-resourced customers\, multifamily housing\, and renters. \n\n\n\nThese “utility feedback forums” were split into two parts\, with the second ‘forum’ on April 25\, 2023 hosting Minnesota Energy Resources (MERC)\, CenterPoint Energy\, and Minnesota Power. \n\n\n\n\nIntro slides\n\n\n\nMinnesota Energy Resources\n\n\n\nCenterPoint Energy\n\n\n\nMinnesota Power
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/cip-low-income-planning-meeting-5-utility-feedback-forum-2
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230422T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230422T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133754
CREATED:20230404T145504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T145852Z
UID:620591-1682157600-1682186400@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:Eden Prairie Eco Expo 2023
DESCRIPTION:Graphic/Rotary Club of Eden Prairie AM.\n\n\n\nGet inspired to go green at the EP Eco Expo on Saturday\, April 22\, at the Eden Prairie Center. Hosted by the Rotary Club of Eden Prairie\, this event will have family-friendly and eco-inspired activities and exhibitors for all to enjoy and learn. Don’t miss it!  \n\n\n\nGet the details!
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/eden-prairie-eco-expo-2023
LOCATION:Eden Prairie Center (“The Mall”)\, 8251 Flying Cloud Dr\, Eden Prairie\, Minnesota\, 55344\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230420T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230420T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133754
CREATED:20230407T134623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230410T133537Z
UID:620630-1681983000-1682001000@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:2023 St. Croix Youth Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join students across the watershed in learning how climate change affects us and what we can do as a community to help combat those changes at this virtual event co-hosted by Wild Rivers Conservancy and the National Park Service. Students will hear from various scientists\, policy experts\, and activists\, including Fresh Energy’s J. Drake Hamilton! J.’s keynote speech\, “We Did Everything We Could to Fight Global Warming– AND IT WORKED!” will describe community-based efforts that any student can participate in. Her optimistic\, hope-filled speech will energize you to help benefit the river\, the landscape\, and the people throughout the St. Croix Valley. \n\n\n\nStudents will learn: \n\n\n\n\nLocal renewable energy efforts and their global effects.\n\n\n\nWeaving indigenous science and culture with “western” academic sciences to create climate literacy.\n\n\n\nThe parallels between the lives of trees and humans.\n\n\n\nWays climate change affects the spread of invasive species and what conservationists are doing to help.\n\n\n\nHow to get involved with Climate Justice as a youth activist.\n\n\n\nAnd more!\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is free to all students and teachers! \n\n\n\nGet the details!
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/2023-st-croix-youth-summit
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230419T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230419T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133754
CREATED:20230417T192625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T193445Z
UID:620656-1681909200-1681912800@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:Capitalizing on Climate Cash: State Strategies for Leveraging Federal Funding
DESCRIPTION:With hundreds of billions of climate dollars unlocked by recent federal funding initiatives\, including the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)\, states must be prepared to receive and leverage their money for climate and clean energy plans\, projects\, and programs. Many states across the country have already introduced and even passed legislation to create or strengthen state and local funding bodies and initiatives for this purpose\, using various methods\, from statewide green banks to specific federal matching funds and more.  \n\n\n\nTo explore the approaches some states have taken\, Climate XChange invited a panel of experts\, including: \n\n\n\n\nFresh Energy’s Anjali Bains\, Lead Director of Energy Access and Equity \n\n\n\nNevada Clean Energy Fund‘s Kirsten Stasio\, Chief Executive Officer\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRegister for this FREE virtual event!
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/capitalizing-on-climate-cash-state-strategies-for-leveraging-federal-funding
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230417T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230417T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133754
CREATED:20230501T193004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T193008Z
UID:620696-1681740000-1681745400@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:CIP Low Income + Planning Meeting #4 (Utility Feedback Forum)
DESCRIPTION:After three meetings focused on understanding the opportunities and challenges of the utility energy efficiency space among participants\, the CIP “Low Income+” Workshops series shifted to hosting utilities as they presented their proposals for their upcoming 3-year efficiency draft plans (due June 1st)\, with a focus on serving under-resourced customers\, multifamily housing\, and renters. \n\n\n\nThese “utility feedback forums” were split into two parts\, with the first ‘forum’ on April 17\, 2023 hosting Xcel Energy and Otter Tail Power. \n\n\n\n\nIntroduction slides\n\n\n\nXcel Energy\n\n\n\nOtter Tail Power
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/cip-low-income-planning-meeting-4-utility-feedback-forum
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230414T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230414T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133754
CREATED:20230406T151221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230407T145251Z
UID:620626-1681479000-1681486200@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:Alternative Fuel Corridor Public Engagement Meetings
DESCRIPTION:The Minnesota Department of Transportation’s Office of Sustainability & Public Health will host in-person conversations about the next round of nominating roads as Alternative Fuel Corridors. They are seeking input from interested members of the community on the future corridors and would like your perspective! No registration is required to attend\, and the same agenda will be used in all locations. \n\n\n\nMnDOT invites and encourages participation by all. If you need an ASL\, a foreign language interpreter\, documents in an alternative format (such as braille\, large print or in a different language)\, or another reasonable accommodation for this email or event\, please email your request to Janet Miller at ADArequest.dot@state.mn.us or call 651-366-4720. \n\n\n\nGet the details!\n\n\n\nBackground\n\n\n\nThe U.S. DOT Alternative Fuel Corridor Nominations process started under the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act (FAST) Act in 2015 and was modified a bit under the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). Minnesota currently has two roads designated as Alternative Fuel Corridors (AFC) for Electric Vehicles – I-94 and I-35. This designation is important in determining how some of the federal IIJA funds can be spent on charging stations\, the numbers\, type\, etc. \n\n\n\nRound 6 of nominations happened in February – May 2022 with a focus on DC Fast Chargers and Interstates. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has not released the criteria for the upcoming Round 7 yet\, but it is anticipated in the first half of 2023. \n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\n\nReview of the MN Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Plan status\n\n\n\nDiscuss pros and cons of designating additional roads as AFCs\n\n\n\nUnderstand the capacity and interest of communities and utilities in various levels of EV charging.\n\n\n\n\nLocations\, Dates\, and Times\n\n\n\n\nApril 14: 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. Location at MnDOT Rochester Headquarters\, 2900 48th Street NW\, Rochester\, MN 55901-5848\n\n\n\nApril 27: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Location at MnDOT Duluth Headquarters\, 1123 Mesaba Ave.\, Duluth\, MN 55811\n\n\n\nMay 3: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Location at Windom Community Center\, 1750 Cottonwood Lake Dr.\, Windom\, MN 56101\n\n\n\nMay 11: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Location at MnDOT Baxter Headquarters\,7694 Industrial Park Road\, Baxter\, MN 56425-8096\n\n\n\nMay 11: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Location at MnDOT Bemidji Headquarters\, 3920 Highway 2 West\, Bemidji\, MN 56601
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/alternative-fuel-corridor-public-engagement-meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230330T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230330T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133754
CREATED:20230324T160500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T133358Z
UID:620578-1680184800-1680190200@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:Conservation Improvement Program (CIP) Low-Income Workshop #3
DESCRIPTION:For the third meeting in our Conservation Improvement Program (CIP) “Low-Income”+ Workshop series\, participants heard from experts on the topics of efficient fuel-switching\, financial incentives for utilities\, and pre-weatherization measures\, with time for discussion on each topic afterward. Slides can be downloaded here and a partial recording of the meeting is above (the recording begins during the discussion portion after the first topic presentation\, fuel switching): \n\n\n\nAs a reminder\, these meetings are being organized by the MN Department of Commerce and the MN Energy Efficiency for All coalition\, to provide a space for participants across the energy efficiency ecosystem in Minnesota to learn about and provide input to investor-owned utilities’ 3-year energy efficiency planning for under-resourced customers (CIP “Low-Income” programs)\, which is currently underway. \n\n\n\nMeeting #3 concludes the broad topics portion of these workshops\, with the remaining two meetings focused on providing specific feedback to utilities’ CIP “Low Income” draft plans. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Email Anjali Bains at bains@fresh-energy.org. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nIn case you missed the first two workshops or would like a refresher\, you can view meeting materials online via the following links: \n\n\n\n\nTo view workshop #1 materials\, click here. \n\n\n\nTo view workshop #2 materials\, click here.  
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/conservation-improvement-program-cip-low-income-workshop-3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230323T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/North_Dakota/Center:20230323T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133754
CREATED:20230311T223300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T142101Z
UID:620486-1679587200-1679590800@fresh-energy.org
SUMMARY:Creating family-sustaining jobs through climate-smart ground-source and geothermal heat pumps and district energy systems
DESCRIPTION:How can ground-source and geothermal heat pumps and district energy systems provide both a climate solution and family-sustaining clean energy jobs? Join the Steamfitters Pipefitters Local 455\, BlueGreen Alliance\, and Fresh Energy for a panel discussion on March 23\, 2023\, at 4 p.m. to find out! Guests will also have the opportunity to hear from Saint Paul Mayor Melvin Carter about local decarbonization projects utilizing ground-source and geothermal heat pumps. Registration required\, event capacity limited. \n\n\n\nRegister! \n\n\n\nLocal governments around Minnesota have an opportunity to leverage incentives in the federal Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) to decarbonize by utilizing ground-source and geothermal heat pumps. These emerging technologies can help communities build a strong clean energy workforce\, provide family-sustaining clean energy jobs\, and help communities meet greenhouse gas reduction goals. \n\n\n\nPanel:\n\n\n\n\nDarielle Dannen\, Government Relations Director\, Minnesota Department of Economic Development\n\n\n\nJeremy McConkey\, Training Director\, Pipefitters Steamfitters Local 455\n\n\n\nRuss Stark\, Chief Resilience Officer\, City of Saint Paul\n\n\n\nRebecca Nelson\, Community Advisory Board\, The Hills Redevelopment\n\n\n\nTodd Matelski\, Lead Mechanical Designer\, Horwitz NS/I\n\n\n\nModerator: Nina Axelson\, President and Founder of Grid Catalyst
URL:https://fresh-energy.org/event/creating-jobs-through-climate-smart-geothermal-systems
LOCATION:Steamfitters Pipefitters Local 455\, 1301 L'Orient St.\, Saint Paul\, Minnesota\, 55117\, United States
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