Recent News

Feb 20, 2025

Regulators approve more renewables in Xcel Energy’s final long-range plan

Xcel Energy’s long-range plan includes coal retirements, maximum scrutiny of natural gas, and boosts wind, solar, and storage.

Feb 12, 2025

Equity work evolves, expands in new Vision 2030

Everyone can and must be included in a 100% decarbonized economy. Fresh Energy’s equity work has evolved and expanded to support this work.

Feb 10, 2025

Take Action: 100% is under threat

The House Energy Committee will be discussing ways to undermine Minnesota’s 100% clean electricity law. Speak up to defend 100% and Minnesota’s path to reliable and affordable clean electricity.

Feb 06, 2025

Minnesota regulators advance energy efficiency and electrification in Xcel Energy’s gas innovation plan

On February 6, 2025, the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission supported zero-carbon technologies by ordering additional energy efficiency and electrification measures in Xcel Energy’s Natural Gas Innovation Act portfolio.

Jan 27, 2025

Commotion at the Capitol: Fresh Energy’s plans for a functional climate with a dysfunctional government

Our Public Affairs Team is looking forward to kicking off clean energy and climate policy at the 2024 Minnesota legislative session this spring.

Jan 27, 2025

Fresh Energy will help Minnesota lead in the face of Federal climate denial

When the federal government is doing less, Minnesota needs to do more. We are looking ahead with a commitment to our mission and team.

Jan 27, 2025

Kicking off “Vision 2030: Fresh Energy’s Strategic Framework”

February 1, 2025, marks the official launch of “Vision 2030: Fresh Energy’s Strategic Framework!”

Jan 24, 2025

Welcome Will, Ethan, Jackson, Kwezi, and Sarah

Fresh Energy is excited to welcome Will, Jackson, Ethan, Kwezi, and Sarah to our staff! Get to know each of them and their work to decarbonize Minnesota.

Jan 23, 2025

Advocacy groups applaud approval of Northland Reliability Transmission Line

On January 23, 2025, the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (PUC) approved the Certificate of Need and Route Permit for the Northland Reliability Transmission Line.

Jan 16, 2025

Over 100 electric vehicle models are now available

In January 2025, the U.S. electric vehicle market expanded with 101 models, delivering more consumer choices and lowering carbon emissions.