DOE’s revised Home Energy Rebates guidance reduces support for electrification and equity priorities, drawing criticism and increasing the need for state action. Read how this is a backward step for our climate and consumer choice. 

Fresh Energy is seeking volunteers for our 2026 Benefit Breakfast on October 8 at the Saint Paul RiverCentre. Learn more about this opportunity!

Read a history of environmental justice in Minnesota and learn about the Clark-Berglin law and the cumulative impacts law.

Our 2025 Benefit Breakfast is fast approaching, and it wouldn't be possible without sponsors like ALLETE, Best Buy, and Bond&Devick Wealth Partners. RSVP today and we'll see you October 8! https://fresh-energy.org/benefitbreakfast26

In June, the Commission voted to keep policies that incentivize gas system growth. Read our regulatory update and how Fresh Energy advocated for a transition to cleaner heating alternatives instead.

Fresh Energy’s Sam Friesen tells the story of why he converted his home to an electric heat pump. Check it out!

Minnesota passed policy incentives in 2026 to support using green hydrogen to produce Sustainable Aviation Fuel, a key clean energy technology to help the state decarbonize. Learn more. 👇✈️👇

New rebate guidance from the Department of Energy reduces support for electrification and equity priorities. Read how this is a backwards step for our climate and consumer choice.

Minnesota has started its rulemaking process to implement the cumulative impacts law. Dig into Minnesota's history of environmental justice and how this law came to pass!

Charlie Sellars knew he wanted to partner with Wise Ink to sustainably publish his new book. Learn how solar, sheep, and a reenvisioned copyright page made his book a success! https://ow.ly/BuwY50ZiHcj

This month the Commission voted to keep policies that incentivize gas system growth. Read our regulatory update and how Fresh Energy advocated for a transition to cleaner heating alternatives instead.

Minnesota stepped up to lower emissions from airplanes this spring. Learn how green hydrogen can be used to produce Sustainable Aviation Fuel!

Fresh Energy's Sam Friesen switched to an electric heat pump this winter — and the results surprised him! Dive in to his story to find out what he learned.

We’re hiring! Fresh Energy is looking for a Chief Financial and Operations Officer to help lead our organization at a pivotal moment in advancing Minnesota's clean energy future. #cleanenergyjobs #climatejobs https://ow.ly/WgLp50ZhgW1

Join us in Saint Paul on October 8 for Fresh Energy’s 11th annual Benefit Breakfast. You won’t want to miss this year’s program, which will delve into how we can create a new blueprint for an equitable clean energy transition in the face of federal threats to clean energy and climate progress.

For 20 years Clean Energy Resource Teams has helped turn local ideas into visible clean energy projects with seed grants. This round of funded projects serves a wide array of community-led ideas, with many focused on helping neighbors to be more energy efficient: https://ow.ly/mtAc50ZfWTt

Fresh Energy is searching for a consultant to conduct a thorough assessment of our current coaching culture, share recommendations for next steps, and facilitate one all-organization training session. Learn more and submit by June 30.

Say NO to Pollution! (Yes to Arepas) Are you concerned about the air quality in your neighborhood? You don't have to be a legal expert to make a difference! Join COPAL MN in Duluth for a chill, in-person writing workshop where they provide the tools and the food; you just bring your perspective.

Strengthening building codes to ensure Minnesota’s buildings are constructed to be more efficient makes them more affordable. Learn more! 👇⚡👇

Interns in MIGIZI’S Green Tech Institute learned about gas use, climate change, and the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission in their winter 2026 cohort. Learn how they’re navigating Minnesota's regulatory process for a cleaner future.

Fresh Energy is searching for a consultant to conduct a thorough assessment of our current coaching culture, share recommendations for next steps, and facilitate one all-organization training session. Learn more.

The Minnesota Department of Transportation is inviting communities, tribal nations, local governments, utilities, and transportation providers to apply for funding to plan publicly accessible electric vehicle charging stations across Greater Minnesota.

We're thrilled to welcome Sarah as our new director, major gifts. Get to know Sarah, her background, and how she's advancing our mission to decarbonize Minnesota.

During the 2026 legislative session, Fresh Energy worked to defend and advance climate progress through historically tight margins. Read about our progress, how we defended bedrock climate laws, and the momentum we're building for next year.

Across Minnesota and the entire country, Juneteenth will be celebrated with art, food, and community. Check out this list by Sahan Journal to find ways to celebrate in the Twin Cities!

Record-high fuel costs and the rising toll of international conflicts highlight the need for Minnesota to decarbonize and transition to an equitable, carbon-free economy. Learn the true cost of our fossil fuel dependence through subsidies, high gas prices, and military conflicts.

MN GreenCorps is accepting applications for 58 AmeriCorps member positions for the next program year. Members serve with local governments, tribal nations, nonprofit organizations, or educational institutions to help communities increase resilience to climate change. Applications are due June 16!

“The Future of Gas proceeding is a critical opportunity to reimagine and build an affordable, clean energy system, which is why I’m disappointed the Commission chose not to end the unfair policy of line extension allowances," said Natalie Cook, Clean Heat MN. https://cleanheatmn.org/press-releases/

RFP alert! Fresh Energy seeks a consultant to conduct a thorough assessment of our current coaching culture, share recommendations for next steps, and facilitate one all-organization training session. Learn more.

Are you concerned about the air quality in your neighborhood? You don’t have to be a legal expert to make a difference! Join COPAL MN in Minneapolis for a chill, in-person writing workshop where they provide the tools and the food; you just bring your perspective.

Calling all educators! We know it's break time (or almost), but tomorrow, 6/10 at noon, is your chance to learn how you can implement solar energy lessons into your school! Join our Solar Curriculum for Schools webinar: www.cleanenergyresourceteams.org/solar-curric...

A new plant in Minnesota is using wind power to create homegrown ammonia for fertilizer. Check out this article from MinnPost to learn more about what this new tech could mean for Minnesota and hear from Fresh Energy’s Brandon Isakson.

Saint Paul’s updated Climate Action and Resilience Plan outlines equitable climate action and community resilience strategies to be implemented over the next five years and documents significant progress toward citywide climate goals. Learn more about it! https://ow.ly/Omyv50Z9oeL

A Twin Cities science program for American Indian youth taught students about the dangers of our gas system. Learn how Tycho, Caylee, and Brian are navigating Minnesota's regulatory process for a cleaner future.

Fresh Energy and the 2035 Initiative are charting how Minnesota can electrify industrial heat to lower emissions. Read the full report and watch our webinar to learn how Minnesota can lead. https://ow.ly/eVQ150Z88Vi

Yesterday, the Public Utilities Commission decided not to eliminate gas line extension allowances, instead choosing to once again put the cost of connecting new developments to natural gas systems onto ratepayers. (1/2)

Today, the MnPUC issued a decision largely maintaining utilities’ existing natural gas line extension policies. We are proud of the thorough, data-driven analysis that Fresh Energy and MCEA provided in this docket, even though we were hoping the Commission would take stronger action on this issue.

The Department of Energy’s revised Home Energy Rebates guidance reduces support for electrification and equity priorities, drawing criticism and increasing the need for state action. Learn more about these changes from Fresh Energy's Sam Friesen.

We’re hiring! Fresh Energy is looking for a Chief Financial and Operations Officer to help lead our organization at a pivotal moment in advancing Minnesota's clean energy future. 1/2 bit.ly/FECFO

We're thrilled to welcome Sarah as our new director, major gifts. Get to know Sarah, her background, and how she's advancing our mission to decarbonize Minnesota.

Strengthening Minnesota's building codes will make our homes more affordable, healthy, and clean. In our second post in the series, we're diving in to how efficient homes will create a better future for all.

Minnesota's legislative session is officially over, and several climate policies were passed into law. Read about our progress, how we defended bedrock climate laws, and the momentum we're building for next year.

Oil companies have benefited from federal subsidies for over a century. Learn the true cost of our fossil fuel dependence through these subsidies, high gas prices, and military conflicts.

Fresh Energy is hiring! We're seeking a CFO to help guide the organization through its next chapter by strengthening infrastructure, supporting strategic decision-making, and aligning internal operations to best serve a vibrant and growing community. Learn more! 👇⚡👇 https://ow.ly/4JIi50Z4N4U

"Roseville resident Scott H. told KSTP-TV had no idea he was helping pay for new gas lines." MN has the opportunity to end the outdated, costly practice of “line extension allowances” that allow gas utilities to charge existing customers for the cost of adding pipes to serve new customers.

@mnagriculture.bsky.social is offering grants to help farmers purchase electric agricultural equipment. Learn more about this program and how to apply! 👇⚡👇 www.mda.state.mn.us/electric-far...

One way utilities generate profits is through line extension allowances—a $34M policy that allows gas utilities to charge customers for the cost of adding pipes to serve new customers. Learn more: cleanheatmn.org/the-hidden-3...

Join us for a gathering of Fresh Energy’s Action Network happening this Thursday, May 21, from 5-7 p.m. at Urban Growler in Saint Paul. 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 Minn.

One way utilities generate profits is through line extension allowances—a $34M policy that allows gas utilities to charge customers for the cost of adding pipes to serve new customers. Learn more: https://cleanheatmn.org/the-hidden-34-million-in-minnesota-gas-bills-line-extension-allowances/

Join Conservation Minnesota for the next installment of Tell Me More, a deep dive into clean energy and energy efficiency with a panel of experts featuring Fresh Energy's Will Mulhern! Get the details: https://fresh-energy.org/event/clean-energy-efficiency-and-affordability