Jun 16, 2026
Local climate author and book publisher raise bar for sustainable book publishing
Wise Ink and author Charlie Sellars are using solar power to publish a new sustainability book, and that’s only the beginning for climate-friendly publishing.
Jun 10, 2026
Minnesota now incentivizes green hydrogen to produce SAF, a key climate technology
Minnesota passed policy incentives in 2026 to support using green hydrogen to produce Sustainable Aviation Fuel, a key clean energy technology to help the state decarbonize.
Jun 04, 2026
Minnesota Public Utilities Commission maintains gas line extension allowances with new monitoring requirements, uniform distance
Proposals to eliminate or phase out line extension allowances were deferred back to rate cases.
Jun 04, 2026
Federal changes undermine affordability and consumer choice
DOE’s revised Home Energy Rebates guidance reduces support for electrification and equity priorities, drawing criticism and increasing the need for state action.
May 26, 2026
Minnesota shouldn’t invest in gas line extensions during an affordability squeeze
Line Extension Allowances are making natural gas bills higher for Minnesotans and holding back our state from reaching its climate targets.
May 26, 2026
The true cost of oil
Record-high fuel costs and the rising toll of international conflicts highlights the need for Minnesota to decarbonize and transition to an equitable, carbon-free economy.
May 22, 2026
Efficient homes are affordable homes, Pt. II
Strengthening building codes to ensure Minnesota’s buildings are constructed to be more efficient makes them more affordable.
May 20, 2026
Meet Sarah, Fresh Energy’s new member on the Development team
Fresh Energy is thrilled to welcome Sarah Gleason to our team as our new director, major gifts. Sarah brings deep experience in fundraising and donor relations from the healthcare and… Continue reading Meet Sarah, Fresh Energy’s new member on the Development team
May 20, 2026
Legislative update: Tight margins, climate defense, and building momentum
During the 2026 legislative session, Fresh Energy worked to defend and advance climate progress through historically tight margins.
May 15, 2026
Regulatory Update: Commission approves Xcel Energy’s large load tariff
The PUC’s approval of Xcel Energy’s large load tariff is a constructive step for consumer protections amid data center demand in Minnesota.