Despite completing the work of the 2021 legislative session, the Minnesota Senate is holding informational hearings on several cabinet nominees by Governor Walz more than two years after their initial nominations.
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MISO’s long-term planning will play a key role in decarbonization
With long term planning for new transmission projects currently underway, Minnesota’s grid operator, MISO, is working to plan a future-proof electric grid.
ECO Act becomes law, modernizing Minnesota’s energy efficiency policy
The ECO Act is on its way to the desk of Governor Walz! When the bill is signed into law, it will be the culmination of four years of Fresh Energy advocacy.
Fresh Energy Statement: It’s Time for 100% Carbon-Free Electricity
Fresh Energy is deeply committed to ensuring that Minnesota’s path toward 100% carbon-free electricity is inclusive, ambitious, and equitable.
Fresh Energy Statement: Line 3 Unnecessary Distraction from Clean, Electric Future
Fossil fuel infrastructure such as Line 3 is obsolete upon completion and simply not needed.
Clean Energy and Equity Highlights in the Bonding Bill
Fresh Energy had four key recommendations for special session, one of which was prioritizing bonding investments in transit and affordable housing.