We applaud the state’s largest utility on making their commitment to a carbon-free economy clear and measurable.
Xcel Energy
Minnesota Commission approves Xcel Energy’s innovative time-of-use rate pilot
In Xcel Energy’s new time-of-use pilot, customers can save money by using electricity at different times of day.
Utility success shows state energy efficiency policies are working
Strong policies are key to maximizing smart energy savings in our state that benefit homes and businesses. Based on new reports, Minnesota programs are working!
Fresh Energy’s 25 years of progress on retiring coal plants
When Fresh Energy was founded in 1992, Minnesota generated almost two-thirds of its electricity from coal. Looking forward to today, coal is now only 39 percent of the state’s electricity generation and 19 of the 23 large coal-burning units in Minnesota have been announced for retirement. Learn more about our progress.
Location, location, location (on the grid)
A brand new mapping tool will make connecting energy projects to the grid easier. Here’s how it works.
Time-of-use electricity pricing: good for the grid and consumers
Xcel Energy is currently developing a time-of-use pricing pilot program, and Fresh Energy will be actively involved in working with Xcel, policymakers, and other stakeholders to optimize the design of the pilot.