Dec 14, 2018
Carbon sequestration is part of the clean energy equation
To ambitiously reduce greenhouse gas emissions, we must get carbon out of our energy systems. Carbon sequestration can help us do that.
Dec 13, 2018
Fresh Energy statement: Public Utilities Commission makes sweeping commitment to electric vehicles
Read our statement on the Commission’s order to boost electric vehicle integration by directing utilities to support public charging stations and time-of-use rates.
Dec 12, 2018
Michael finally gets an electric vehicle: why was it so hard?
Buying an electric vehicle shouldn’t be a hassle. Why did our executive director have such a hard time?
Dec 04, 2018
Fresh Energy statement: Xcel Energy’s commitment to 100 percent carbon-free electricity is leading our clean energy future
We applaud the state’s largest utility on making their commitment to a carbon-free economy clear and measurable.
Dec 04, 2018
Behind the scenes with Elizabeth Ouzts
Get to know the team behind the Energy News Network. This month, we sit down with freelance reporter Elizabeth Ouzts to learn about her grassroots journalism in the ‘Old North State.’
Nov 27, 2018
Climate action will require a bold commitment to equity
People of color and under served communities face significant adverse consequences from a warming planet and have the least amount of resources to adapt. We must address this disparity.
Nov 19, 2018
The Schempps take on clean energy
The Schempps are a middle-class family of four, living in their cozy West Saint Paul home. Matthew and Stephanie, an online high school English teacher and an editor, respectively, bought their 1,600-foot bungalow two years ago. The couple lives with their children, Sebastian and Malcolm, plus their two cats, Taco and Josie. They love their tight-knit community nestled near a local coffee shop and the green Cherokee Park of the West Side.
Nov 19, 2018
Minnesota Housing renews commitment to energy efficiency
Fresh Energy prepared public comments to encourage Minnesota Housing Finance Agency to consider a stronger inclusion of energy efficiency in the 2019 Affordable Housing Plan. They took our recommendations seriously.
Nov 15, 2018
Negative prices in the MISO market: what’s happening and why should we care?
Since wind and solar power are nearly free to run when the wind is blowing and the sun is out, there is a concern that increased renewables may lead to more frequent negative pricing events. However, there has been little data.
Nov 01, 2018
Behind the scenes with Frank Jossi
Get to know the team behind the Energy News Network. This month, we sit down with freelance reporter Frank Jossi and learn about his international pursuit of all things journalism.