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Meet Molly, our new Session Associate, Legislative Affairs - Fresh Energy Meet Molly McMullen, Fresh Energy's 2026 session associate supporting the policy solutions team during Minnesota's legislative session.

Molly is the newest member of our Policy Solutions team advocating for climate policy at the legislature. Learn more about her expertise advocating for environmental policy at the state legislature.

Director, Major Gifts - Fresh Energy The Director, Major Gifts is responsible for executing and advancing Fresh Energy’s major donor program.

Fresh Energy is hiring! We’re looking for a Director of Major Gifts to join our development team. This position is responsible for executing and advancing Fresh Energy’s major donor program, with a focus on identifying, securing, and increasing individual philanthropic support. Learn more.

Lagers and Legislation - Fresh Energy We hope you and a friend can join us for our fourth gathering of Fresh Energy’s Action Network!

Join us for the fourth gathering of Fresh Energy’s Action Network on February 11, from 5-7 p.m. at Wooden Hill Brewing Company in Edina. First drink is on us. See you there?

Fresh Energy’s favorite climate change books for 2026 - Fresh Energy Build out your 2026 reading list with Fresh Energy staff’s favorite climate fiction and climate non-fiction books we read last year.

Fresh Energy's staff of climate experts are sharing our most insightful climate books we read last year. Check out our favorite books from 2025 and what new books we're looking forward to in 2026.

Clean Energy on Tap: Energizing Equity & Opportunity in the Clean Energy Workforce - Fresh Energy ​Enterprise Energy is hosting a fun, clean energy-focused happy hour with live music, networking, and a roundtable conversation regarding career opportunities in renewable energy.

Join Enterprise Energy, Minnesota Solar Energy Industries Association (MnSEIA), and Fresh Energy THIS Friday, February 6, for a clean energy-focused happy hour with live music and networking.

Fresh Energy’s favorite climate change books for 2026 - Fresh Energy Build out your 2026 reading list with Fresh Energy staff’s favorite climate fiction and climate non-fiction books we read last year.

Fresh Energy's staff of climate experts are sharing our most insightful climate books we read last year. Check out our favorite books from 2025 and what new books we're looking forward to in 2026.

As U.S. further withdraws from global climate community, states must continue to lead - Fresh Energy It has become clear that state-based organizations like Fresh Energy must continue to lead as we strive toward the goal of reaching net-zero by 2050.

It's clear that organizations like Fresh Energy are essential to meeting our net-zero by 2050 targets. Read our statement about the U.S. withdrawing from international climate agreements.

We look forward to continuing to work with Commissioner Sullivan and the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission in the years to come.

Fresh Energy congratulates Commissioner Sullivan on his reappointment to one of the most important energy decision making bodies in the state.

Last week, Governor Walz reappointed Commissioner Joe Sullivan to a second term on the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission.

Lagers and Legislation - Fresh Energy We hope you and a friend can join us for our fourth gathering of Fresh Energy’s Action Network!

Join us at our fourth gathering of clean energy advocates ahead of the 2026 legislative session. RSVP and invite a friend to join us at Wooden Hill Brewing on February 11 and help us decarbonize Minnesota.

🔹 Utility workers sometimes have to do work at your home or business. Ask for identification and/or call your utility to confirm the individual's identity.

We have this information posted on our website alongside handouts for printing and sharing. Currently available in English, Somali, and Spanish.

🔗 Utility Bill Help: cubminnesota.org/utility-bill...

🔗 Identifying Utility Workers: cubminnesota.org/identifying-...

In response to the ongoing presence of federal agents in Minnesota, we have put together two resources for community members:

🔹Everyone has the right to an affordable payment plan if you fall behind on your utility bills. Three steps to take to keep the heat and lights on.

Lagers and Legislation - Fresh Energy We hope you and a friend can join us for our fourth gathering of Fresh Energy’s Action Network!

Join us for our fourth gathering of Fresh Energy’s Action Network on Feb. 11, from 5-7 p.m. at Wooden Hill Brewing Company in Edina. This event is open to all, so please invite friends, colleagues, or others from your network who care about advancing clean energy and climate progress in Minnesota.

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The public is invited to join the Minnesota Advisory Council on Climate Change's next virtual meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 20, from 10 a.m. - noon. Join the meeting by clicking the link below.

Great River Energy Townhalls - Fresh Energy Great River Energy will hold a series of town hall meetings in January to share updates on its Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) and gather input from members and the public.

The IRP is a comprehensive roadmap that guides Great River Energy in meeting future energy needs reliably, affordably, and sustainably while aligning with Minnesota’s clean energy goals. Check out our events page to find a meeting near you.

Attention Great River Energy customers! Great River Energy is hosting a series of town hall meetings this month to share updates on its Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) and gather input from members and the public.

Zero Emission Bus Transition Plan Stakeholder Summit - Fresh Energy Metro Transit is hosting an annual update on the Zero Emission Bus (ZEB) Transition Plan. Everyone is invited to attend. At this virtual stakeholder summit, attendees will get an update… Continue read...

Metro Transit is hosting a virtual update on the Zero Emission Bus Transition Plan today, Wednesday, Jan. 14, at noon. Learn more and register! ⚡🚌

Regulatory Update: Fresh Energy supports innovative distributed energy program - Fresh Energy Fresh Energy filed comments in support of Xcel Energy’s proposed “Capacity*Connect” program, which could deploy as much as 200 megawatts of battery storage to support grid reliability.

Fresh Energy filed comments in support of Xcel Energy’s proposed “Capacity*Connect” program, which could deploy as much as 200 megawatts of battery storage to support grid reliability.

How Fresh Energy plugs into the Midwest grid - Fresh Energy An important way that Fresh Energy works to shape the future of our electric grid is by having a full-time staffer dedicated to working with the Midwest's regional grid operator.

Fresh Energy is one of the few organizations with a full-time staffer focused on the Midwest electric grid. Explore how our work is helping speed clean energy across 15 states.

Minnesota is building innovative climate projects through new state agency’s green financing - Fresh Energy The Minnesota Climate Innovation Finance Authority has funded exciting clean energy projects across the state and improving quality of life for all Minnesotans.

The Minnesota Climate Innovation Finance Authority has been busy in 2025 financing clean energy projects across the state. Learn about their work is helping Minnesota equitably transition to a clean energy future.

Regulatory Update: Fresh Energy supports innovative distributed energy program - Fresh Energy Fresh Energy filed comments in support of Xcel Energy’s proposed “Capacity*Connect” program, which could deploy as much as 200 megawatts of battery storage to support grid reliability.

Fresh Energy supported Xcel Energy's proposal to deploy 200 megawatts of battery storage to strengthen grid reliability. Discover how this first-of-its-kind project will unlock more clean energy benefits.

How Fresh Energy plugs into the Midwest grid - Fresh Energy An important way that Fresh Energy works to shape the future of our electric grid is by having a full-time staffer dedicated to working with the Midwest's regional grid operator.

An important way that Fresh Energy works to shape the future of our electric grid is by having a full-time staffer dedicated to working with the Midwest’s regional grid operator. Learn how our work is helping speed clean energy across 15 states.

Clean energy changes lives - Fresh Energy Your support is essential for Minnesota to meet its climate targets amidst federal rollbacks. Please donate today and join us.

This year was challenging for clean energy and climate progress. Despite these obstacles, Fresh Energy is not backing down on our commitment to equitably decarbonize Minnesota’s economy by 2050. But we can’t do it without you. Will you join us?

Minnesota is building innovative climate projects through new state agency’s green financing - Fresh Energy The Minnesota Climate Innovation Finance Authority has funded exciting clean energy projects across the state and improving quality of life for all Minnesotans.

The Minnesota Climate Innovation Finance Authority has funded exciting clean energy projects across the state and improving quality of life for all Minnesotans.

Minnesota’s newest Transportation Electrification Plans hold promise to lower transportation emissions - Fresh Energy Minnesota’s three electric public utilities recently filed plans to bolster transportation electrification, a move to help lower emissions from Minnesota’s highest-emitting sector.

Three electric utilities recently submitted plans to bolster transportation electrification. Dive into our summary to see how these investments will accelerate the switch to clean transportation!

Where are public charging stations needed in the Twin Cities region? Fill out this survey by January 9 to help Metropolitan Council of the Twin Cities make that decision, and learn more about how they’re making sure the Twin Cities region is prepared for more EVs. 👇⚡🚗

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Clean energy changes lives - Fresh Energy Your support is essential for Minnesota to meet its climate targets amidst federal rollbacks. Please donate today and join us.

When you support Fresh Energy, you are helping change lives and build a clean energy future that means cleaner air, lower energy costs, and climate action that protects all. Will you make a year-end contribution to keep this important work moving forward?

MN building coalition strives for a new sustainability spirit High‑performance and low‑emissions are key goals laid out by the recently launched Minnesota Efficient Builders Coalition.

Fresh Energy is proud to help bring together regional leaders in construction, architecture, and other industry partners to advance best practices and engage on building codes. Learn more about the Minnesota Efficient Builders Coalition from KAXE!