Recent News

Dec 12, 2025

Regulatory Update: Fresh Energy supports innovative distributed energy program.

Fresh Energy filed comments in support of Xcel Energy’s proposed “Capacity*Connect” program, which could deploy as much as 200 megawatts of battery storage to support grid reliability.

Dec 12, 2025

Thank you and farewell

My years at Fresh Energy have included more highlights than I can count.

Dec 11, 2025

How Fresh Energy plugs into the Midwest grid

An important way that Fresh Energy works to shape the future of our electric grid is by having a full-time staffer dedicated to working with the Midwest’s regional grid operator.

Dec 11, 2025

Wanted: Climate Champions

Together, we can build a cleaner, healthier Minnesota. Join our Action Network today!

Nov 24, 2025

Clean energy changes lives

Your support is essential for Minnesota to meet its climate targets amidst federal rollbacks. Please donate today and join us.

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Nov 21, 2025

Fresh Energy and COP30, the U. N. Climate Change Conference

Get updates from Fresh Energy during the U.N. Climate Change Conference, COP30.

Nov 21, 2025

Thank you to our 2025 Give to the Max Day donors!

We are grateful to the generous donors across Minnesota who made a gift to Fresh Energy during the 2025 Give to the Max Day!

Nov 21, 2025

Welcoming Kate, our newest Fresh Energy team member!

Kate is Fresh Energy’s new senior associate, human resources on our organizational health team. Learn more about her background working for mission-driven organizations.

Nov 21, 2025

Vision 2030: Decarbonizing transportation

It’s through the policy work of our Transportation team that Fresh Energy ensures we reduce emissions from transportation by advancing policies that prioritize accessibility, affordability, and reliability.

Nov 20, 2025

What’s really driving up electricity costs (and what isn’t)

Everyone wants a villain to blame for rising electricity prices. But there are a lot of factors into what goes into your electric bill – and reality is a little more complex.