Fresh Energy is working to create a carbon-neutral economy through strategies that blend energy efficiency, strategic electrification, innovation, and more across Minnesota’s industrial, transportation, agricultural, and building economies.
Clean transportation
Net-zero buildings
Decarbonized gas grid
- It’s time for a clean transportation standard in MinnesotaA clean transportation standard will reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support clean transportation and sustainable agriculture in Minnesota. Get the details now!
- Minnesota had a record number of EV sales in 2023. How is Xcel Energy keeping up?Utility Transportation Electrification Plans are shaping the future of electric vehicles (EVs) and EV infrastructure in Minnesota. Get the scoop on why they matter and what Xcel has proposed in their most recent plan.
- 10 EV market trends to watch in 2024 Fresh Energy’s Jukka Kukkonen is an expert on electric vehicle (EV) innovation. Here’s his list of the top EV trends to watch in 2024
- What’s the scoop with heat pump water heaters?Heat pump water heaters are a great way to decarbonize your home by using clean electricity to heat water. Read this post to learn why heat pump water heaters are a win for the climate and your budget.
Program Staff
Publications
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Fact Sheet: Accelerate residential energy codes
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Going all electric in a cold-weather climate
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Understanding the Gas System
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Electric Vehicles 101
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The Midwest leads U.S. emissions, here’s why
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Minnesota Medium- and Heavy-Duty (MHD) Zero Emission Vehicle Modeling Report
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Inaugural cycle of MWBDC grants program drives equity, justice, and community power
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Report: Proposal for a heat pump transition in Minnesota
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Buildings for a Healthy Future
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Clean Energy Brief: Natural Gas in Minnesota
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2021 Annual Report
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2020 Midwest Getting to Zero Buildings List
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Electric Transportation: Clean, healthy, and affordable