Recent News

Apr 30, 2026

New study charts a practical path to electrify Minnesota’s industrial sector and cut pollution

This new report charts practical policy pathways for decarbonizing the manufacturing sector in Minnesota.

Apr 30, 2026

Tell the Minnesota Senate to support climate policy in the energy omnibus

As the end of session approaches, it is important that Minnesota senators hear from constituents about supporting climate and clean energy in end of session deals and omnibus bills. Can you send your senator a message today?

Apr 29, 2026

John Vaughn honored at Climate Adaptation Awards

The University of Minnesota Climate Adaptation Partnership honored Fresh Energy’s John Vaughn for his work championing actions and projects that strengthen local resilience.

Apr 27, 2026

Regulatory Update: Commission advances CenterPoint’s NGIA pilot

The PUC approved CenterPoint’s hydrogen pilot budget increase and elevated equitable electrification as future priority.

Apr 27, 2026

Efficient homes are affordable homes, Pt. 1

Strengthening building codes to ensure Minnesota’s buildings are constructed to be more efficient makes them more affordable.

Apr 23, 2026

3 things to know about data centers in Minnesota

Data centers must use clean electricity, pay their fair share, and should pilot new clean electricity and clean heating technologies.

Apr 23, 2026

Minnesota improves ECO to advance electrification, efficiency, and equity ahead of filings

Energy efficiency and conservation are critical pieces of the puzzle in our fight against climate change.

Apr 22, 2026

Minnesota Power can deliver reliable, clean electricity without costly new gas

Minnesota Power’s latest Integrated Resource Plan should avoid a new natural gas plant and invest in clean wind, solar, storage, and demand response instead.

Apr 20, 2026

Minnesota Power’s long-range plan must do more to meet Minnesota’s 100% law and avoid costly fossil fuel investments

Fresh Energy and partners demonstrate that increasing clean energy resources in Minnesota Power’s plan will improve reliability and affordability.

Apr 20, 2026

Tell your senator to support affordable, reliable clean heat

Tired of spiking gas prices? Speak up today in support of emission-free geothermal. Geothermal systems and thermal energy networks deliver affordable heat, stable bills, and good-paying local jobs.