Recent News

Nov 08, 2024

Thoughtful courage, unrelenting optimism

Nothing will change our unwavering advocacy to decarbonize our economy and fight against climate change in Minnesota and around the world.

Oct 28, 2024

Introducing “Vision 2030: Fresh Energy’s Strategic Framework”

To drive the transformational change that we need to achieve our goal, we are thrilled to share “Vision 2030: Fresh Energy’s Strategic Framework.”

headshots of new staff Linda on left and Nick on Right

Oct 24, 2024

Welcoming Nick and Linda to Fresh Energy

Fresh Energy is thrilled to welcome Nick Haeg as senior policy associate, electric vehicles, and Linda Lubi as our newest intern. Get to know more about Nick and Linda!

Oct 23, 2024

It’s time to vote! But what’s that constitutional amendment on my ballot?

You can vote from now until Election Day on Nov. 5, and we strongly encourage you to vote YES on the constitutional amendment on Minnesota’s ballot.

Oct 16, 2024

Celebrating Fresh Energy’s new and departing Board members

Our Board of Directors is changing with three new members joining in July and several long-time members completing 10-year terms.

Oct 09, 2024

Hope in Action: 9th Annual Benefit Breakfast finds optimism in our climate future 

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our 2024 Benefit Breakfast to swiftly and equitably decarbonize Minnesota and the Midwest.

Oct 03, 2024

Clean Energy Organizations join settlement paving the way for gigawatts of clean energy

Clean Energy Organizations join settlement on Xcel Energy’s Firm Dispatchable Resource Acquisition and Integrated Resource Plan which have long-term implications for the future of clean energy in Minnesota.

Oct 03, 2024

Advocacy Groups Applaud Approval of Big Stone-Big Oaks Transmission Line

On October 3, 2024, the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (PUC) approved the Certificate of Need and Route Permit for the eastern segment of the Big Stone-Big Oaks Transmission Line.

Sep 25, 2024

Osprey Wilds deepens commitment to sustainability with new solar farm

Osprey Wilds installed a new solar farm to power their campus and surrounding neighborhood. Learn how this idea became a reality.

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.