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Fresh Energy names Margaret Cherne-Hendrick as new leader

We're thrilled to welcome Margaret as our new Chief Executive Officer! Learn how her seven years at Fresh Energy have prepared her to lead the organization forward.

 
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Minnesota’s electricity is now 50% carbon-free — here’s what that means 

Minnesota is halfway to decarbonizing its electricity sector! Get a snapshot of our state's progress, the Midwest electricity grid, and how utilities stack up.

 
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Welcoming Brandon to the heavy industry and agriculture team

Meet Brandon Isakson, our new manager of heavy industry and agriculture! Learn about his background in geologic services, his role at Fresh Energy, and what he's most excited for.

 
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This tribal college is making clean energy careers accessible in northern Minnesota

White Earth Tribal and Community College's new Trades Building would help train the workforce needed for the clean energy transition. Learn how the program will grow skilled trades careers and invest in rural communities!

 

Protect Progress

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Amidst concerning federal setbacks to climate progress, Fresh Energy is leading in the face of challenges. Join us to support our work to power Minnesota's clean energy future.

 

Subsidies for natural gas appliances are out of line with Minnesota’s climate goals

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States across the country are ending incentives for gas appliances — Minnesota should be next. Learn how smarter energy policies can help us hit our climate targets.

 

Crookston secures funding for groundbreaking geothermal study

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Crookston could soon use waste heat from its industrial park to warm homes and businesses. Learn how local leaders and pragmatic state policy helped land a major geothermal planning grant.

 

Minnesota EV fee hike misses the mark on fair and climate-friendly transportation funding

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Minnesota is proposing to nearly triple EV registration fees, even though EV drivers already pay more than their fair share. Read more about how this would slow down climate progress.

 

Check out our latest Action Alerts!

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Check out our Action Alerts to speak up on important topics from defending our 100% clean electricity law to EV surcharges and beyond. Be a climate champion and speak up for clean energy!

 

New on the podcast! Electric boats are making waves, find out why with Shift2Electric's Jukka Kukkonen

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Minnesotans are ready to go electric, and electric boats are the perfect fit for the Land of 10,000 Lakes! Tune in as we dive into boat emissions and the future of electric boats, big and small.

 
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May 14 | Webinar: Your guide to mowing electric
Learn how electric mowers are a convenient, cost-effective, and climate-friendly option for yard care.

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May 21 | Lagers and Legislation
Join clean energy advocates, the Action Network, and Fresh Energy staff to discuss legislative session outcomes at Urban Growler.

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July 15 | Fresh Frolic: An all-electric party at The Trailhead at Theo Wirth
Celebrate summer and electric gadgets with Fresh Energy supporters and business partners for an evening of conversation and networking.

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