Recent News

Sep 23, 2024

Exploring heat pumps with expert Nick Bender: a conversation on cold-weather, climate-friendly solutions

Heat pumps can cool and heat your home using clean energy, even in cold-climate states like Minnesota. We sat down with heat pump expert Nick Bender to get the details.

Sep 23, 2024

Energy News Network charts a new course with Canary Media

Launched in 2010 as Midwest Energy News, ENN has grown to cover much of the U.S. and in 2025 will join forces with Canary Media to expand its reach even further.

Sep 23, 2024

Hop on the electric transit bus

Learn about zero-emission transit buses and the role they play in electrifying the way we move.

Sep 20, 2024

Climate is on the ballot in 2024! What’s your voting plan?

Vote now through Election Day on Tuesday, November 5 in Minnesota and ensure climate policy remains a top priority.

Sep 14, 2024

Regulatory Update: Gas resource planning will soon be underway in Minnesota

Fresh Energy applauds the Commission for moving gas resource planning forward and we are looking forward to this work getting underway.

Sep 11, 2024

Welcoming Sam to the Buildings team

Fresh Energy is thrilled to welcome Sam as managing director, buildings. Get to know more about Sam and his rich experience in our conversation with him.

Aug 26, 2024

Modernization, proactive upgrades recommended to Xcel’s Integrated Distribution Plan

Fresh Energy’s recommendations for Xcel’s 2023 Integrated Distribution Plan include grid efficiency improvements, proactive upgrades and cost allocations, and to value solar more highly.

Aug 23, 2024

What’s up with Sustainable Aviation Fuel in Minnesota?

Learn how Minnesota is advancing Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to decarbonize the aviation industry while adhering to clean energy, environmental, and social equity principles.

Aug 21, 2024

Electric vehicles and outdoor equipment – don’t miss the latest and greatest electric tech at the Fair of the Future

You don’t want to miss our Fair of the Future before and after our 9th Annual Benefit Breakfast on October 9.

Aug 20, 2024

Resilient Minneapolis Project clears final hurdle

The Resilient Minneapolis Project will enable three Minneapolis community sites to install rooftop solar, a battery energy storage system, and microgrid controls on their buildings. Read on to learn more.