Decarbonize: The Clean Energy Podcast
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Our Clean Energy and Climate Plans for the 2024 Legislative Session
January 22, 2024 18:00 - 1 hour - 45.2 MBThe 2024 session of the Minnesota Legislature begins on February 12. Join the Fresh Energy team for a conversation about our plans and expectations for the coming session. We'll discuss what it takes to be effective advocates at the Minnesota Legislature, what a typical “bonding year” has in store, and Fresh Energy's priorities for the 2024 legislative session. Podcast Guests: Brenda Cassellius, Executive Director Justin Fay, Senior Lead, Public Affairs and Advocacy Anna Johnson, Senior M...
Debriefing COP28 with J. Drake Hamilton
December 15, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 43.1 MBThe 2023 U.N. Climate Conference, also known as COP, will be held in the United Arab Emirates from November 30 through December 12. J. Drake Hamilton, senior director, science policy at Fresh Energy, was one of the more than 70,000 participants from around the globe to attend. Get the scoop from J. on some of the big discussions that happened at the event. You can read J.'s blog from COP at fresh-energy.org/COP28. Listeners can stay up to date on Fresh Energy's work via our once-monthly em...
Understanding the gas system with Joe Dammel
December 14, 2023 20:00 - 1 hour - 46.2 MBMinnesota’s natural gas utilities are planning to grow their gas distribution systems and the volume of natural gas they deliver over the coming decades. This poses a significant challenge for Minnesota as we strive to rapidly reduce emissions from the buildings sector to meet state emission goals. But in order to understand the problem, Minnesotans must first learn how the gas system beneath our feet works and how utilities invest in it. Fresh Energy shared a new report about Minnesota’s ga...
Looking ahead to COP28 with J. Drake Hamilton
November 09, 2023 19:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBThe 2023 U.N. Climate Conference, also known as COP, will be held in the United Arab Emirates from November 30 through December 12. J. Drake Hamilton, senior director, science policy at Fresh Energy, will be one of the more than 70,000 participants from around the globe to attend. Get the scoop from J. on some of the big discussions that will be happening at the event, a presentation hosted by Fresh Energy, and why this year is anticipated to be the most impactful COP since Paris. Stay up t...
What's up with hydrogen?
June 13, 2023 14:00 - 37 minutes - 10.6 MBHydrogen is a hot topic in the clean energy space and here in Minnesota. Thanks to the 100% clean electricity law, Minnesota’s electricity supply will be 100% carbon-free by 2040. This is a BIG deal. But to address the global climate crisis, we must be carbon neutral across the economy by mid-century or before—and this includes our industry and agriculture sectors. Fortunately, federal action from the Biden Administration in the past few years, including the Infrastructure Investments and Jo...
Legislative session debrief with Fresh Energy
May 23, 2023 21:00 - 1 hour - 52 MBLet’s talk about what happened at the Minnesota Legislature! Join Fresh Energy policy experts for a webinar to discuss why this year was the biggest yet for clean energy and climate—and why it means the work is just beginning. Join Fresh Energy policy experts for a webinar that was recorded on Tuesday, May 23 to learn what some key accomplishments were this session, what they mean for the work ahead, and more. Webinar guests: Michael Noble, executive director Justin Fay, senior lead, pub...
Earth Day Special Edition: Listening to "Otuhaka" with Eric Pasi
April 11, 2023 20:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBFresh Energy is mixing it up for Earth Day with a podcast takeover by Palms Psalm, a music project created by Eric Pasi! Tune in for a listening session of Palms Psalm's new release, "Otuhaka" with Fresh Energy's Jo Olson and Eric Pasi. "Otuhaka" is an album full of songs that weave surf rock with island vibes in a reflection on climate-fueled annihilation, specifically recalling old Polynesian music dug up by Eric, a first-generation Tongan-American. Join Eric and Jo as they listen to ...
Minnesota’s 100% Clean Electricity Bill Explained
February 07, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 42.1 MBLet’s talk about Minnesota’s 100% clean electricity bill! Join Fresh Energy policy experts for a webinar that was recorded on Monday, February 6 at 1:30 p.m. to dig into why this bill is a big deal for Minnesota, what it entails, its history and journey through the Minnesota Legislature, and more. Webinar guests: Michael Noble, executive director Allen Gleckner, executive lead, policy and programs Isabel Ricker, director, clean electricity Justin Fay, senior lead, public affairs and adv...
Our Clean Energy and Climate Plans for the 2023 Legislative Session
December 21, 2022 21:00 - 43 minutes - 29.6 MBThe 2023 session of the Minnesota Legislature begins on January 3. Join the Fresh Energy team for a conversation about our plans and expectations for the coming session. The discussion will touch on Minnesota’s clean energy opportunities, federal action, committee assignments, budget surplus, our policy goals, and more! Podcast Guests: Michael Noble, Executive Director Anna Johnson, Senior Associate of Public Affairs Host: Jo Olson, Director of Communications and Engagement Further Readin...
Debriefing COP27 with J. Drake Hamilton and guests
November 30, 2022 21:00 - 1 hour - 41.6 MBWhat happened at COP27? In November, nearly 200 countries will come together in Egypt for the global climate summit, or COP27, the United Nations Climate Change Conference. Join Fresh Energy’s J. Drake Hamilton and members of the Minnesota delegation including Patrick Hamilton of the Science Museum and Dr. Nfamara K. Dampha of the University of Minnesota for a webinar on November 30, 2022, at 12 p.m. Central to debrief COP and dig into discussions around climate finance, mitigation, and adap...
Unpacking climate finance—Fresh Energy at COP27 in Egypt
October 11, 2022 20:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MBWhat is climate finance and its related areas of climate mitigation and adaptation? How is Fresh Energy involved in driving progress on climate finance at COP27, the United Nations (U.N.) Climate Change Conference? In this discussion, Fresh Energy’s J. Drake Hamilton and Bri Kerber sit down to talk through J.’s seven-year legacy at the global climate change convening, the importance of climate finance, and how Minnesotans can support this critical progress on climate and clean energy. Plu...
Where does the water go? Stormwater management in the solar energy future
September 28, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 58.7 MBAre solar farms a threat to water quality or a community asset? How can we create a solar-friendly permitting process that also enhances water and ecosystem services for the host community? Thanks to the PV-SMaRT project funded by the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Solar Energy Technology Office, we are excited to debut the first solar-specific national study on stormwater dynamics and modeling. Project members include Great Plains Institute (GPI), DOE’s National Renewable Energy Labora...
How networked geothermal can help get Minnesota off fossil gas
September 21, 2022 20:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MBWhat is networked geothermal, and how can it drive decarbonization? In this discussion, hosted by Fresh Energy on behalf of the Energy We Can’t Afford Coalition, Fresh Energy's Joe Dammel, John Farrell from Institute for Local Self-Reliance, and Zeyneb Magavi from HEET sit down to dive into the details on how geothermal microgrids and district systems can drive cold climate decarbonization and provide an opportunity for larger-scale implementation of geothermal by utilities.
What's up with building codes?
September 15, 2022 17:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBWhat are building codes, and how are they critical tools in driving progress toward a healthier, more resilient, more efficient Minnesota? Fresh Energy's Eric Fowler and Briana Kerber dive into the details on what building codes are, who writes them, how they impact our lives, and how Fresh Energy is acting on multiple levels to improve building energy codes for health, savings, and climate. Additional resources: What's up with building codes? explainer blog Podcast extra! How are build...
What's up with building codes?
September 15, 2022 17:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBWhat are building codes, and how are they critical tools in driving progress toward a healthier, more resilient, more efficient Minnesota? Fresh Energy's Eric Fowler and Briana Kerber dive into the details on what building codes are, who writes them, how they impact our lives, and how Fresh Energy is acting on multiple levels to improve building energy codes for health, savings, and climate. Additional resources: What's up with building codes? explainer blog Podcast extra! How are build...
What's up with the Inflation Reduction Act?
August 17, 2022 17:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MBWhat is the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), and how did it get to where it is today? Sit down with Fresh Energy's Michael Noble, Anjali Bains, and Jo Olson to learn about the good and bad elements of the bill and its implications for equity and justice, as well as how Fresh Energy and advocates across the country are continuing to plug in to drive bold progress toward our carbon-free future. The IRA is the largest investment ever in climate action in the U.S. Send a thank-you note to your m...
What's up with the Inflation Reduction Act?
August 17, 2022 17:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MBWhat is the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), and how did it get to where it is today? Sit down with Fresh Energy's Michael Noble, Anjali Bains, and Jo Olson to learn about the good and bad elements of the bill and its implications for equity and justice, as well as how Fresh Energy and advocates across the country are continuing to plug in to drive bold progress toward our carbon-free future. The IRA is the largest investment ever in climate action in the U.S. Send a thank-you note to your m...
Energy + The Arts: Part 4 of Fresh Energy's 2022 Summer Webinar Series
July 28, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 49.3 MBEnergy and climate issues play out across our society—in books and film, institutions of higher learning, our democracy, and in the very air we breathe. Once again, this July, Thursdays were Fresh Energy summer webinar series days! Many special guests joined Fresh Energy each Thursday for four fun and engaging discussions about the many facets of energy in our lives. From science fiction to popular Hollywood films, energy and climate are part of the arts today. How accurate are these de...
Energy + Health: Part 3 of Fresh Energy's 2022 Summer Webinar Series
July 21, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 49.1 MBEnergy and climate issues play out across our society—in books and film, institutions of higher learning, our democracy, and in the very air we breathe. Once again this July, Thursdays are Fresh Energy summer webinar series days! Register here to join Fresh Energy and special guests for four fun and engaging discussions about the many facets of energy in our lives. From tailpipe emissions, to natural gas in our homes, to other reliance on fossil fuels, air quality across Minnesota is impac...
Energy + Higher Ed: Part 2 of Fresh Energy's 2022 Summer Webinar Series
July 14, 2022 20:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MBEnergy and climate issues play out across our society—in books and film, institutions of higher learning, our democracy, and in the very air we breathe. Once again this July, Thursdays are Fresh Energy summer webinar series days! Register here to join Fresh Energy and special guests for four fun and engaging discussions about the many facets of energy in our lives. Today's webinar features how Minnesota colleges are modeling net zero innovation—and teaching the next generation of leaders. ...
Energy + Democracy: Part 1 of Fresh Energy's 2022 Summer Webinar Series
July 07, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 43.7 MBEnergy and climate issues play out across our society—in books and film, institutions of higher learning, our democracy, and in the very air we breathe. Once again this July, Thursdays are Fresh Energy summer webinar series days! Register here to join Fresh Energy and special guests for four fun and engaging discussions about the many facets of energy in our lives—or listen to the recordings here on our podcast! Today's webinar features voting rights and civic engagement as two of the most...
MISO 101 with Mike Schowalter
May 24, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBWhen we hear about the electric grid, it’s common to think of our local electric utility. They’re the ones we pay for our electric service after all, and it’s our utility’s trucks that we see repairing downed electricity lines. But, as explained in our “What’s up with the grid?” blog, the grid is much bigger than any single utility. It is instead a web of utilities, each interconnected with each other in a giant electric transmission and distribution system that covers the entire nation. In ...
What does Minnesota Power’s long-range plan mean for equity and public health?
May 19, 2022 21:00 - 1 hour - 47.9 MBThe investments utilities make in energy infrastructure, including coal and gas plants, have significant impacts on public health, environmental justice, equity, and more. Minnesota’s leaders, policymakers, community advocates, and all who live here should have the opportunity to understand these impacts. Additionally, both utilities and regulators should consider these impacts in long-range utility planning. Together, Fresh Energy, Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy (MCEA), Minneso...
Get the Buzz: Research shows solar habitat installations support pollinators
May 18, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 48.7 MBBees, monarchs, and other critical pollinators are disappearing, and scientists agree that loss of habitat is a primary concern. However, research has found that the renewable energy sector provides a unique opportunity for creating new pollinator habitat. Join Monarch Joint Venture, Connexus Energy, MNL, and Fresh Energy for a webinar recorded on May 18, 2022, as we dig into the new study, “Monitoring Pollinators on Minnesota Solar Installation,” which used field data collection practices ...
Powering Up Minnesota: Leveraging federal funds to drive local investment
May 03, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 42.9 MBThe Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will funnel a historic $1.2 trillion into states—about $6.8 billion of which is headed to Minnesota. These funds will go toward much-needed investments in weatherization assistance, energy efficiency, power and grid, electric transportation, and more—all of which play a major role in our climate future as we seek energy independence. But how can local and state policymakers, agency staff, elected officials, nonprofit advocates, thought leaders, and all Minn...
Amping up Minnesota homes with electric panel upgrades
May 02, 2022 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBElectric panel updates are a crucial way to speed up home electrification, but cost can be a barrier. That’s why Fresh Energy is leading a new effort at the Minnesota Legislature this year to prepare Minnesota’s existing residential buildings for the transition to fossil-free electricity: An electric panel upgrade program for owners of single family and multifamily buildings. Podcast Guests: Eric Fowler, Senior Coalition Communications and Policy Associate at Fresh Energy Mari Ojeda, Se...
Amping up Minnesota homes with electric panel upgrades
May 02, 2022 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBElectric panel updates are a crucial way to speed up home electrification, but cost can be a barrier. That’s why Fresh Energy is leading a new effort at the Minnesota Legislature this year to prepare Minnesota’s existing residential buildings for the transition to fossil-free electricity: An electric panel upgrade program for owners of single family and multifamily buildings. Podcast Guests: Eric Fowler, Senior Coalition Communications and Policy Associate at Fresh Energy Mari Ojeda, Se...
Crossroads Moments in Fresh Energy’s 30-Year History
April 15, 2022 14:00 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MBFresh Energy is celebrating 30 years of making history for clean energy and climate here in Minnesota and the Midwest. Join Michael Noble, J. Drake Hamilton, and Jim Ladner for a conversation about some pivotal moments in each decade of Fresh Energy’s history. Podcast Guests: Michael Noble, Executive Director of Fresh Energy J. Drake Hamilton, Senior Director, Science Policy at Fresh Energy Jim Ladner, Fresh Energy Board Member Host: Jo Olson, Director of Communications and Engagemen...
Going Beyond Cars: Advancing Minnesota’s vehicle electrification for climate, health, and economy
March 17, 2022 19:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBElectrifying medium- and heavy-duty vehicles is good for climate, public health, and our economy—and we’ve got the data to back it up, thanks to a new report from Fresh Energy on behalf of the Coalition for Clean Transportation. Join experts and advocates from Fresh Energy, MN350, Sierra Club, and the Environmental Resource Management Group (ERM). Panelists: Anjali Bains, Fresh Energy Joshua Houdek, Sierra Club Madi Johnson, MN350 Dave Seamonds and Ellen Robo, ERM Group Moderated by F...
Natural Gas 101 with Joe Dammel
March 02, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MBNatural gas—also known as fossil gas—is everywhere these days. It’s in our buildings, where we burn it to heat spaces and water and to cook our food. It’s in our neighborhoods, running through pipes that crisscross our streets. It’s in our electricity grid, where we burn it to create electricity. And it’s in the news. We’re hearing more and more about fossil gas, with published stories on the negative health, safety, financial, and climate impacts of burning and transporting fossil gas. But...
Beyond Representation: Equity in climate and energy journalism
February 09, 2022 20:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBAs news organizations focus more attention on environmental justice, what steps can they take to ensure they’re truly serving the communities they cover? In this virtual panel discussion, we talk to both journalists and advocates from Energy News Network, Grist, and the Midwest Building Decarbonization Coalition about what equity in climate and energy journalism should look like, and what steps news organizations can take to move in that direction. Panelists: Audrey Henderson, reporter, E...
Grid 101 with Mike Schowalter
January 31, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 49.3 MBJoin Fresh Energy's Bri Kerber and Mike Schowalter for a deep dive on the grid! Mike lays out the details on what exactly the grid is, how it works, the current challenges and opportunities in grid modernization, and discusses what’s next as we look to build the grid that will serve our clean energy future for generations to come. Want even more details on what’s up with the grid? Check out this blog post Mike wrote all about it. Podcast Guest: Mike Schowalter, Senior Policy Associate,...
Our Clean Energy and Climate Plans for the 2022 Legislative Session
January 27, 2022 14:00 - 49 minutes - 20 MBThe 2022 session of the Minnesota Legislature begins on January 31. Join the Fresh Energy team for a conversation about our plans and expectations for the coming session. The discussion will touch on Minnesota’s budget surplus, bonding and budget proposals already on the table, our policy goals, and more! Podcast Guests: Michael Noble, Executive Director Justin Fay, Lead Director of Public Affairs Anna Johnson, Senior Associate of Public Affairs Eric Fowler, Coalition Communications and P...
2022 EV Outlook: Top 10 market trends, exciting new models, federal investments, and more.
December 17, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 62.6 MBLet’s talk EVs! Join Shift2Electric’s Jukka Kukkonen and Fresh Energy’s Jo Olson and Justin Fay for a webinar about all-things electric vehicles (EVs) including Jukka's top 10 market trends and predictions, exciting new models, and the evolving federal EV landscape. This webinar is also available on YouTube here. View a comprehensive reference list of EV models, their specs, and more: shift2electric.com/evinfolist. Listeners can stay up to date on Fresh Energy's work via our once monthl...
The state of coal in Minnesota
December 14, 2021 22:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MBJoin Fresh Energy for a two-part episode as we discuss the state of coal in Minnesota. Part 1: Fresh Energy's Allen Gleckner and Isabel Ricker lay out the details on changes to coal plant operations, scheduled closure dates, utilities importing coal power from other states, and important ways listeners can get involved at home and with their utilities. Part 2: Fresh Energy's Anjali Bains and Justin Fay discuss what a just and equitable energy transition looks like in coal plant communitie...
Debriefing COP26 with J. Drake Hamilton
November 17, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 45.4 MBFrom late October through early November, almost 200 countries came together in Glasgow for the global climate summit, or COP26, the United Nations Climate Change Conference. Fresh Energy’s Senior Science Policy Director J. Drake Hamilton attended the summit and shared real-time updates on the Fresh Energy blog. Sit down with J. and the Science Museum of Minnesota's Pat Hamilton to get their take on everything that happened at the summit and what it means for the U.S. moving forward. Listen...
Minnesota on the Global Stage: A pre-COP26 conversation with J. Drake Hamilton
October 20, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 44.7 MBWith the Global Climate Summit around the corner, countries and corporations are making major announcements for climate action. As our Senior Science Policy Director J. Drake Hamilton prepares to travel to Glasgow to attend the summit, we sat down with her for a behind-the-scenes look at what to expect at this year’s United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26), the role that Minnesota plays in the whole process, and which local businesses are leading the climate action charge in our sta...
Untangling the FirstEnergy scandal: A guided tour of the biggest corruption case in Ohio history
September 14, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 43 MBIn 2020, the FBI revealed details of a $60 million corruption case that has so far led to multiple arrests, including Ohio House speaker Larry Householder, and the resignation of the state’s top utility regulator. Join Energy News Network, journalists, and advocates from Ohio as we walk through the tangled web of dark money and back-door dealmaking that helped the state’s largest utility secure multiple bailouts while hamstringing efforts to advance clean energy. This event was hosted by F...
Discussing the Evolution of Energy Access and Equity at Fresh Energy
September 03, 2021 13:00 - 53 minutes - 21.4 MBAt Fresh Energy, equity is a central pillar of our mission and a priority across the organization. Our Energy Access and Equity department is where the organization and the staff on today's podcast focus specifically on policies and programs that reduce the energy burden on under-resourced communities, increase opportunities for and access to clean energy jobs, and ensure our policy-based solutions—and Fresh Energy operations—are equitable in both process and outcome. And we're pleased to sh...
Electricity Instead of Gas: How can communities embrace efficiency and electrification and avoid new fossil gas infrastructure?
July 29, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 47.7 MBTune in to Part 4 of Fresh Energy's "Intersection of Energy and Community" webinar series! The transition to an equitable, carbon-neutral economy will bring big changes to our communities. State and federal policies, utility programs, and the overall evolution from a world powered by oil and gas to a clean electricity-powered future, play out in our neighborhoods, workplaces, and homes. But it’s not just communities adapting to change. Cities, counties, and local institutions are often lead...
Authentic Community Engagement: What is the difference between public input and a co-created climate vision?
July 22, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 44.3 MBTune in to Part 3 of Fresh Energy's "Intersection of Energy and Community" webinar series! The transition to an equitable, carbon-neutral economy will bring big changes to our communities. State and federal policies, utility programs, and the overall evolution from a world powered by oil and gas to a clean electricity-powered future, play out in our neighborhoods, workplaces, and homes. But it’s not just communities adapting to change. Cities, counties, and local institutions are often lead...
Workforce of the Future: How can Minnesota ensure broad access to jobs in the clean energy economy?
July 15, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBTune in to Part 2 of Fresh Energy's "Intersection of Energy and Community" webinar series! The transition to an equitable, carbon-neutral economy will bring big changes to our communities. State and federal policies, utility programs, and the overall evolution from a world powered by oil and gas to a clean electricity-powered future, play out in our neighborhoods, workplaces, and homes. But it’s not just communities adapting to change. Cities, counties, and local institutions are often lead...
Community Heating and Cooling: How can district-scale heat and power projects achieve big carbon reductions and new union jobs?
July 08, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 46 MBTune in to Part 1 of Fresh Energy's "Intersection of Energy and Community" webinar series! The transition to an equitable, carbon-neutral economy will bring big changes to our communities. State and federal policies, utility programs, and the overall evolution from a world powered by oil and gas to a clean electricity-powered future, play out in our neighborhoods, workplaces, and homes. But it’s not just communities adapting to change. Cities, counties, and local institutions are often lead...
Legislative Update: An impactful year for energy and climate.
June 28, 2021 21:00 - 56 minutes - 22.5 MBAgainst the odds, it has been an incredibly impactful year for energy at the Minnesota Legislature. Sit down with Fresh Energy's Michael Noble, Justin Fay, and Anna Johnson to discuss significant new investments in solar energy, new policy support for a just and equitable transition to clean energy, innovative new decarbonization strategies for gas utilities, and more. Guests: Michael Noble, Executive Director of Fresh Energy Justin Fay, Lead Director of Public Affairs at Fresh Energy A...
EV Exclusive: Q&A with Minnesotans who drive electric vehicles.
May 06, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 54.4 MBElectric vehicles (EVs) are cleaner and more affordable than gasoline-powered cars—and they’re fun too. On April 29, 2021, Fresh Energy and Shift2 Electric hosted a free educational workshop that’s unaffiliated with any automakers. We had an honest conversation with Minnesotans across the state who own and drive EVs about their experiences. Listen in for a conversation with Shift2Electric's Jukka Kukkonen and panelists: Lisa, Kia Niro PHEV Jodi, 2013 Nissan Leaf Brian and Karen, Tesla M...
Reckoning in Coal Country: Facing the future in Wyoming and Appalachia
April 22, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 42.1 MBAppalachia and Wyoming are dramatically different places, but they also offer each other cautionary tales, success stories, and reasons for resilience and hope. Last year, the Energy News Network and WyoFile captured this complex story in a six-part investigative series, Reckoning in Coal County, now available as an ebook or paperback. Fresh Energy, Energy News Network, and WyoFile hosted this virtual panel discussion on April 22, 2021. Throughout the conversation, we explore the cultural,...
Legislative Update: Energy and climate as session approaches the finish line.
April 15, 2021 19:00 - 47 minutes - 32.3 MBThe 2021 session of the Minnesota Legislature is in its final month. Join the Fresh Energy team for a conversation about meaningful action for clean energy and climate that legislators can take yet this session. Learn what's still on the table and who they would draft for Fresh Energy's imaginary baseball team. Guests: Michael Noble, Executive Director of Fresh Energy Justin Fay, Lead Director of Public Affairs at Fresh Energy Anna Johnson, Senior Associate of Public Affairs at Fresh E...
Moving Toward a Clean Energy Future: A conversation with U.S. Senator Tina Smith, Paul Douglas, and more.
April 09, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 43 MBOn April 9, 2021, Fresh Energy's J. Drake Hamilton and Ben Passer were joined by U.S. Senator Tina Smith, meteorologist and climate leader Paul Douglas, and Science Museum of Minnesota President Alison Brown for a discussion about why acting now on climate is critical and how climate action can present economic opportunity for Minnesota. With a new President and a new Congress, we have reason to be optimistic that the country can take real climate action. Congress needs to step up in this ...
Deep Dive Into Xcel's Integrated Resource Plan with Allen Gleckner and Ben Passer
February 11, 2021 18:00 - 32 minutes - 22 MBFresh Energy, along with Clean Grid Alliance, Union of Concerned Scientists, and Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy, has filed expert comments with the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission on Xcel Energy's Integrated Resource Plan (IRP). Join Fresh Energy's Allen Gleckner, Lead Director of Clean Electricity, and Ben Passer, Lead Director of Energy Access and Equity for a conversation about our comments on the Xcel IRP. We'll discuss both the good and the bad, including Xcel's pla...
The Paris Climate Agreement and Minnesota Leadership, with J. Drake Hamilton, Sen. Nick Frentz and Rep. Jamie Long
January 29, 2021 15:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBWhat does rejoining the Paris Agreement really mean for the U.S., the Midwest, and for Minnesota? What can we do to take this moment and make a real impact with big carbon reduction policies? Minnesota’s energy and climate policies, including passing Governor Walz’s commitment to 100% carbon-free electricity into law, have a crucial role to play. In this podcast, we dig into the details with J. Drake Hamilton, science policy director at Fresh Energy, Justin Fay, public affairs director at F...