Mar 09, 2026
The Path to Net-Zero: Minnesota’s manufacturing sector
Manufacturing is a big economic driver in Minnesota, but factory pollution is rising. Here’s what we can do.
Feb 23, 2026
Fresh Energy welcomes Channon Lemon to the Board of Directors
This winter, we were thrilled to welcome Channon Lemon to Fresh Energy’s Board of Directors!
Feb 20, 2026
Our clean energy and climate plans for Minnesota’s 2026 legislative session
Fresh Energy is excited to be kicking off clean energy and climate policy at the 2026 Minnesota legislative session this spring.
Feb 19, 2026
Regulatory Update: Commission finalizes cost of carbon modeling as Xcel Energy develops first Integrated Resource Plan
The Public Utilities Commission updated its regulatory cost of carbon modelling, and Xcel Energy filed its first gas plan.
Feb 12, 2026
Minnesota launches updated Climate Action Framework
On February 11, 2026, Governor Tim Walz and his Climate Change Subcabinet launched the updated Minnesota Climate Action Framework.
Feb 05, 2026
NEVI funds protected, a win for EVs
In a win for EVs, the climate, and public health, NEVI funds protected from further interference from Trump administration.
Feb 05, 2026
What’s up with data centers in Minnesota?
Data centers in Minnesota would use a lot of electricity and water. Minnesota decision-makers can and should ensure they help, not hinder, our affordable, equitable transition to clean electricity.
Jan 22, 2026
Meet Molly, our new Session Associate, Legislative Affairs
Meet Molly McMullen, Fresh Energy’s 2026 session associate supporting the policy solutions team during Minnesota’s legislative session.
Jan 14, 2026
As U.S. further withdraws from global climate community, states must continue to lead
It has become clear that state-based organizations like Fresh Energy must continue to lead as we strive toward the goal of reaching net-zero by 2050.
Jan 08, 2026
Climate change books in 2026: Fresh Energy’s top 29 picks
Build out your 2026 reading list with Fresh Energy staff’s favorite climate fiction and climate non-fiction books we read last year.