From efficiency in public schools to effective electricity rate design and new clean energy transmission, Fresh Energy’s team helped Minnesota take carbon-reducing action in 2019. Take a look at 13 highlights from the year—and hear about the work we have planned to speed the transition to clean energy in 2020. Read more.
Xcel Energy’s Allen S. King and Sherco 2 coal plants will run less often in the coming years, thanks in part to months of in-depth analysis and advocacy by Fresh Energy. This change is projected to result in a 60% reduction in carbon emissions and millions of dollars in savings for customers. Read more.
The Saint Paul City Council is taking action to reduce energy use in buildings through an effective process known as benchmarking. Given that 62 percent of the city’s greenhouse gas emissions come from building energy usage, it’s an important step. Read more.
It can be hard to sift through all the information about energy-related options. In the first of a new series, Fresh Energy digs deep into the use of cobalt in lithium-ion batteries, including those in electric vehicles. Read more.
Minnesota has the opportunity to ensure that its shifting utility workforce better reflects our state’s growing diversity. Fresh Energy collaborated on a recent stakeholder report that outlines findings and recommendations to move Minnesota forward. Read more.
Mississippi Market shoppers in Saint Paul have nine more days to round up or donate their bag credits to Fresh Energy! As of January 15, shoppers collectively donated $5,600 to support clean energy in Minnesota. Read more.
To continue our work, we rely on the generosity of people like you who care about America’s energy future. We are thankful for our recent members and corporate supporters in December. Click here to see the full list.
