With policy advancements to celebrate and others still in the works, our eyes are on the future of clean energy in MN and being part of the solution.

With the serious emissions and health impacts of gas-powered lawn equipment, dandelions are the least of our worries. It's time to say goodbye to gas. ([link removed])
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Legislative session ends with impactful clean energy policy, more to come in June ([link removed])
The Minnesota Legislature has concluded its 2021 regular session and we are celebrating the passage of the Energy Conservation and Optimization (ECO) Act—a major priority for Fresh Energy! Learn more about the ECO Act and other clean energy legislation on the table for special session. ([link removed])
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A year of reflection and unfinished transformation ([link removed])
An equitable energy transition requires climate justice, and there is no climate justice without racial justice. The last year has been a time of deep reflection and a realization of much-needed change—and Fresh Energy is committed to being part of the solution. ([link removed])
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13 years in the rearview: The making of Clean Cars Minnesota ([link removed])
It has been a long and winding—not to mention challenging—road to bring clean car standards to Minnesota. Get the whole story from Fresh Energy as we prepare for Minnesota to officially become the 15th clean cars state in the coming weeks. ([link removed])
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New faces at Fresh Energy ([link removed])
April showers bring May flowers—and four new members to the Fresh Energy team! Get to know Briana, David, Eric, and Natalie. ([link removed])
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Summer web series tackles jobs, justice, and community through the lens of clean energy ([link removed])
How can we dramatically reduce carbon emissions in a way that improves our communities and benefits everyone? Join us for a four-part virtual conversation with thought leaders and changemakers as we seek to answer that question. Learn more about the webinar topics, guests, and register. ([link removed])
Ford F-150 Lightning unveiling marks the future of the auto industry—and it's electric ([link removed])

Paul Blomquist, owner of C&M Ford Sales in Hallock, Minnesota, knows that change is in the air, and his dealership—just miles from the Canadian border—is ready.

The Ford F-150 Lightning release, alongside signals of coming federal investments in EVs and Minnesota's soon-to-be status as a clean cars state, ([link removed]) are signs of what's next. ([link removed])
Data Dive: New numbers show Minnesota's carbon-free progress ([link removed])
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Last year marked the first time that wind and solar generation surpassed coal in Minnesota and carbon-free electricity became the majority of electricity generated in the state. Get the details and keep up the momentum by getting involved in your utility's Integrated Resource Planning process. ([link removed])

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* Minnesota Commission approves two innovative pilots to increase load flexibility and lower system costs ([link removed])
* Landmark EPA ruling to phase down HFCs will deliver health and climate benefits for all, including Minnesotans ([link removed])
* ECO Act becomes law, modernizing Minnesota’s energy efficiency policy ([link removed])
* Job posting! Manager of Building Policy and Technology for the Midwest Building Decarbonization Coalition ([link removed])
* Judge greenlights Clean Cars Minnesota, cements Minnesota as climate leader in Midwest ([link removed])
* Building design’s role in electric vehicle adoption ([link removed])

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