transportation
Minnesota looks to electric vehicles, biofuels to cut transportation emissions
Critics say a recent report on decarbonizing transportation understates the importance of reducing driving.
electric vehicle charging
Minnesota utilities offer to lessen demand charges on EV fast chargers
Utility demand charges are hurting the business case for installing high-speed vehicle chargers, a report says.
Minnesota
Minnesota co-ops tap on-bill financing to help shift consumption overnight
The programs offer no- or low-interest loans for appliances that charge when power tends to be cheaper and cleaner.
Minnesota
Minneapolis seeks a simpler, more inclusive way to pay for energy efficiency
The city’s gas utility says it is open to trying out an inclusive on-bill financing program if state regulators approve.
efficiency
A small Minnesota city is deploying drones to scan for building heat loss
The city of Warren hopes its aerial thermal images will help building owners recognize energy efficiency opportunities.