Recent News

Aug 09, 2024

Xcel Energy’s proposed long range plan expands new renewables and storage, over emphasizes need for gas

In response to Xcel Energy’s long range plan, Clean Energy Organizations file a five-year plan with greater emissions reductions and less dependence on new natural gas “peaker” plants.

Jul 25, 2024

Fresh Energy welcomes three new board members

This summer, Fresh Energy welcomed three new members to the Board. Get to know them!

Jul 23, 2024

Electrification and you

Historic federal and state investments are amping up the energy transition! Check out exciting tax credits and rebates that can help you kick carbon.

Jul 23, 2024

Sustainable Aviation Fuels: How we can get it right

Fresh Energy, Friends of the Mississippi River and The Nature Conservancy have released “Minnesota Sustainable Aviation Fuels Guiding Principles,” which provides a framework for the development, promotion, and use of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF).

Jul 23, 2024

Meet Chaz, Fresh Energy’s Summer Fellow

Join us in welcoming Chaz Contag, a student at the University of Denver who is helping advance energy equity in Minnesota.

Jul 03, 2024

Clean Heat Minnesota coalition releases study mapping Minnesota’s most feasible, cost-effective path to building decarbonization

In June 2024, the Clean Heat Minnesota coalition released a study that outlines the path for Minnesota to decarbonize its buildings in the most feasible, cost-effective, and equitable ways.

Jun 25, 2024

What’s up with the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission?

The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission is a state agency where some of our biggest energy decisions are made. Learn what the PUC is, how it works, and how we advocate for a cleaner future by engaging with the PUC.

Jun 25, 2024

What’s up with time-of-use rates?

Time-of-use rates incentivize people to stagger their electricity use throughout the day to use more low-cost, clean electricity more often in exchange for lower electricity bills. Learn how TOU rates play an important part in Minnesota’s clean energy future!

Jun 11, 2024

6 Facts About Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson, our 2024 Benefit Breakfast Keynote Speaker

Renowned marine biologist, policy expert, and writer Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson is
Fresh Energy’s 2024 Benefit Breakfast featured speaker.

Jun 05, 2024

Otter Tail Power’s resource plan adds carbon-free generation, but needs more ambitious approach to exiting coal plants

Clean Energy Organizations applaud wind, solar, and battery additions, but urge the utility to take a more proactive approach to transition away from coal and align its resource mix with Minnesota climate goals.