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Fresh Energy is an independent non-profit organization working to speed the transition to a clean energy economy. More at fresh-energy.org. 🔌⚡💡⚡🔌
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Hello, world! We're Fresh Energy, a clean energy policy nonprofit based in Minnesota.

For more than three decades, Fresh Energy has been creating and advancing state-based laws, policies, and regulations for energy and climate. It’s who we are, and it is woven into our organizational DNA.
It's #GivingTuesday! The climate crisis demands urgent action, and Fresh Energy is ready to defend progress and push forward. Join us today.

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December 2, 2025 at 9:21 PM
Everyone wants a villain to blame for rising electricity prices. But there are a lot of factors that go into your electric bill – and reality is a little more complex. Here's what's actually behind electricity costs.
What’s really driving up electricity costs (and what isn’t) - Fresh Energy
Everyone wants a villain to blame for rising electricity prices. But there are a lot of factors into what goes into your electric bill – and reality is a little more complex.
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December 1, 2025 at 7:54 PM
Join our virtual meeting to learn about innovative financing for Minnesota's clean energy projects.
Webinar: Innovative financing for clean energy projects - Fresh Energy
Join Fresh Energy for a virtual conversation about financing clean energy projects!
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November 24, 2025 at 8:43 PM
Job alert! Fresh Energy is hiring a policy associate to join our Electricity team. This position will actively support and sometimes lead advocacy on a portfolio of work related to decarbonizing Minnesota’s electricity sector. Priority deadline is December 1. Apply today!
Policy Associate, Electricity - Fresh Energy
Fresh Energy is hiring! You might be our next Policy Associate, Electricity. Read on for application details.
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November 24, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Miss our Sustainable Aviation Fuel webinar? Watch our recording about how Minnesota can reduce aviation emissions and build a clean economy.

#SAF #cleaneconomy #energysky
Sustainable Aviation Fuel: How Minnesota can get it right. - Fresh Energy
Aviation accounts for nearly 10% of greenhouse gas emissions from the transportation sector in the United States. With emissions from aircrafts on the rise, federal and state governments are urgently… Continue reading Sustainable Aviation Fuel: How Minnesota can get it right.
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November 24, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Register for our post-COP30 Webinar with J. on December 3! J. will be debriefing everything that happened during the climate conference and will hold time at the end to answer questions.
COP30 and Fresh Energy: A Discussion with J. Drake Hamilton - Fresh Energy
Register now for Fresh Energy's COP30 to get the scoop from J. as she debriefs outcomes and answers your questions about the event.
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November 22, 2025 at 4:51 PM
We are so grateful for the 88 generous donors who made a gift to Fresh Energy on Give to the Max Day! Thanks to your support, and a $20,000 matching gift from a generous donor, we’re proud to share that we raised $31,701 to swiftly, equitably decarbonize Minnesota’s economy.
Thank you to our 2025 Give to the Max Day donors! - Fresh Energy
We are grateful to the XYZ generous donors across Minnesota who made a gift to Fresh Energy during the 2025 Give to the Max Day!
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November 21, 2025 at 4:53 PM
It’s Give to the Max Day! By donating to Fresh Energy, you can help ensure we can act now to tackle the climate crisis. We don’t have any time to waste: Will you join us? www.givemn.org/organ...
November 21, 2025 at 1:30 AM
Donate to Fresh Energy this Give to the Max Day, and together, we will build a thriving, carbon-free Minnesota that works for everyone. Right now, your gift will be matched, dollar for dollar, up to $20,000!

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November 20, 2025 at 7:05 PM
It's Give to the Max Day! The climate crisis demands urgent action, and Fresh Energy is ready to defend progress and push forward. Join us today and donate — every dollar you give will be matched, up to $20,000.

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November 20, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Thanks for the shoutout! We just released a new episode about fighting climate change through building energy codes. Check it out!⚡🏠

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November 19, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Give to the Max Day is tomorrow! Support equitable, bold climate policy by making a gift to Fresh Energy. Donate today, and every dollar will be matched, up to $20,000! #GTMD www.givemn.org/organization...
November 19, 2025 at 5:21 PM
COP30 is in full swing! Check out our blog for daily updates from J. Drake Hamilton as she attends the annual climate conference virtually.
Fresh Energy and COP30, the U. N. Climate Change Conference - Fresh Energy
Get updates from Fresh Energy during the U.N. Climate Change Conference, COP30.
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November 18, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Fresh Energy is hiring a full-time, temporary policy associate to join our Public Affairs team. This position will work to support our policy priorities during the 2026 Minnesota legislative session. Learn more and apply by Nov. 21.
Session Associate, Legislative Affairs - Fresh Energy
Fresh Energy is hiring! You might be our next Session Associate, Legislative Affairs. Read on for application details.
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November 17, 2025 at 3:07 PM
We're excited to be part of the newly launched Minnesota Efficient Builders Coalition! This statewide alliance of builders, designers, and industry professionals are dedicated to advancing affordable, sustainable, and climate-forward buildings policy across Minnesota.
New coalition aims to advance accessible, climate-forward buildings in Minnesota - Fresh Energy
Minnesota Efficient Builders Coalition launches with the goal of building a better Minnesota.
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November 13, 2025 at 5:57 PM
This year is J.’s tenth year covering the U.N. Climate Change Conference! Get the scoop on what went down during this year's COP by registering for our December 3 webinar.
COP30 and Fresh Energy: A Discussion with J. Drake Hamilton - Fresh Energy
Register now for Fresh Energy's COP30 to get the scoop from J. as she debriefs outcomes and answers your questions about the event.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Colleges in rural areas of Minnesota are rolling out EV programs in response to workforce needs. Learn more from MinnPost! ⚡🚗
More Minnesota schools are training mechanics on electric vehicles - MinnPost
As more electric vehicles hit the road in Minnesota, colleges in rural areas of the state are rolling out EV programs in response.
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November 13, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Fresh Energy is seeking a full-time, temporary policy associate to join our public affairs team during the 2026 Minnesota legislative session! Learn more about this position. 👇⚡👇
Session Associate, Legislative Affairs - Fresh Energy
Fresh Energy is hiring! You might be our next Session Associate, Legislative Affairs. Read on for application details.
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November 11, 2025 at 11:30 PM
This year is J.’s tenth year covering the U.N. Climate Change Conference! Stay tuned to this page for updates about COP30 and daily blog updates as she virtually attends the conference in Belém, Brazil, from November 10 through November 21.
Fresh Energy and COP30, the U. N. Climate Change Conference - Fresh Energy
Get updates from Fresh Energy during the U.N. Climate Change Conference, COP30.
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November 11, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Join the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency in Duluth this Wednesday, November 12, to discuss the MPCA’s public engagement and timeline of the cumulative impacts rulemaking process. Get the details!
Cumulative impacts engagement open house - Duluth - Fresh Energy
Join the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) in Duluth for an opportunity to discuss the MPCA’s public engagement and timeline of the cumulative impacts rulemaking process.
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November 10, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Minnesota’s Climate Action Framework is getting an update for 2026! Now’s your chance to provide feedback before the final framework is released. Submit your comments by filling out this survey by November 9.
Help us update Minnesota's Climate Action Framework
Share your comment on the draft 2026 Climate Action Framework by completing the survey below. Minnesotans are feeling the impacts of climate change. The 2022 Climate Action Framework set a vision for how our state can address and prepare for climate change. It included
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November 6, 2025 at 7:48 PM
Fresh Energy is hiring! We're seeking a full-time temporary policy associate to join our Public Affairs team. Apply on or before Nov. 21.
Session Associate, Legislative Affairs - Fresh Energy
Fresh Energy is hiring! You might be our next Session Associate, Legislative Affairs. Read on for application details.
fresh-energy.org
November 5, 2025 at 4:56 PM
Minnesota is seeking feedback on its draft 2026 Climate Action Framework update, and your input matters! Share your thoughts by completing the public survey by November 9, 2025.
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Help us update Minnesota's Climate Action Framework
Share your comment on the draft 2026 Climate Action Framework by completing the survey below. Minnesotans are feeling the impacts of climate change. The 2022 Climate Action Framework set a vision for ...
engage.eqb.state.mn.us
November 4, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Register today for the 2025 MITI Forum: Advancing American Industry, happening Monday, November 3, at 5 p.m.! 1/2

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October 31, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Fresh Energy's Buildings team is hard at work cutting emissions to help Minnesota meet its climate goals. Read how our team is driving progress toward a cleaner, more efficient future!
Vision 2030: Decarbonizing buildings - Fresh Energy
Our Buildings team of policy experts ensures Fresh Energy is building a carbon-free buildings sector with clean building materials and clean heat and appliances.
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October 28, 2025 at 7:39 PM