Minnesota
In Minneapolis, low-income neighborhoods see influx of clean energy investment
The city’s “green zones” program aims to encourage solar and energy efficiency projects while preventing gentrification.
solar
Rate decrease didn’t stop Minnesota’s community solar growth in 2018
A report from Xcel Energy shows strong growth in its community solar program despite smaller payments.
activism
Minnesota youth call for urgent action on climate from new governor
The student group held a news conference Wednesday asking for new regulations on greenhouse gases and fossil fuels.
Minnesota
How Minnesota could economically reach 70 percent renewable electricity
A November report suggests overbuilding wind and solar capacity could be cheaper than energy storage.
community solar
Minnesota-Vermont partnership will offer solar to low-income families
The energy assistance project aims to reduce energy costs for 50 households by building a community solar garden.