Minnesota becomes the newest clean cars state in the country after surmounting everything the opposition could throw at it—and with the help of many. Read our statement here. ([link removed])
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What's up with heat pumps? ([link removed])
Heat pumps are having a moment right now as public interest in the role they will play in the energy transition grows. Get the scoop on the different types of heat pumps, how they work for heating and cooling, and what's new in heat pump-related policy in Minnesota and beyond. ([link removed])
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* The national Clean Electricity Standard legislation in front of Congress right now could be the game-changer the U.S. needs to start meaningfully addressing the climate crisis. Let your federal representatives know you support it! ([link removed])
* Customers of Xcel Energy can tell the Public Utilities Commission to encourage Xcel to strongly consider all alternatives to new fossil fuel infrastructure. ([link removed])
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What's up with electric vehicles and batteries? ([link removed])
Electric vehicle batteries, both their materials and production, are being vigorously debated and analyzed by news media and lawmakers alike. To make sense of it all, we decided to wade into the conversation and highlight what you need to know. ([link removed])
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Welcomes and farewells
As we round out the first half of summer, Fresh Energy is celebrating two new additions to our team—meet Mike and Joe ([link removed]) ! We're also saying farewell to Ben Passer and congratulating him in his new role at McKnight Foundation. Read Ben's recent reflection. ([link removed])
What's next for equitable, modern efficiency in Minnesota? ([link removed])
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Earlier this year, the Minnesota Legislature passed the ECO Act which will update and expand the state's energy efficiency framework. Here's what you need to know about this significant energy policy. ([link removed])
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A new report outlines decarbonization pathways and recommendations for Minnesota and Fresh Energy played a central, guiding role on the report's steering committee alongside a mix of stakeholders. Learn about the decarbonization pathway supported by Fresh Energy and what's next. ([link removed])
British Consul General hosts pre-COP26 Minnesota Climate Action event ([link removed])
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Fresh Energy's J. Drake Hamilton spoke at this high-profile event, emphasizing urgency when it comes to federal climate action. J. will also represent Fresh Energy and Minnesota at COP26—her sixth time attending the global climate conference. ([link removed])
New on the podcast! ([link removed])
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Tune into the recordings from our four-part webinar series "The Intersection of Energy and Community" on our podcast. Search "Decarbonize: The Clean Energy Podcast" on your favorite podcasting app or stream online ([link removed]) .
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July 29 | Electricity Instead of Gas: How can communities embrace efficiency and electrification and avoid new fossil gas infrastructure? ([link removed])
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October 14 | Fresh Energy's Virtual Benefit Breakfast ([link removed]) ([link removed]) with climate tech entrepreneur Donnel Baird of Brooklyn-based BlocPower.
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