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MN Senate Testimony: In Support of Xcel Energy's Becker Natural Gas Plant

Posted by Mike Bull | Date February 2, 2017

This testimony was originally presented to the Senate Energy and Utilities Finance and Policy Committee on February 2, 2017.

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From border to border, CEE reaches statewide with Minnesota’s Conservation Improvement Program

Posted by Carl Nelson | Date January 10, 2017

CEE's CIP-supported programs for homes and businesses reported continued progress and bigger impacts in 2016.

$7 million in lighting rebates in 2017

Posted by Kristen Funk | Date January 5, 2017

In 2017, One-Stop Efficiency Shop® will offer $7 million in rebates to participating businesses.

CEE in 2016: Boots on the ground

Posted by Tim Hanrahan | Date December 12, 2016

As our past year shows, here at CEE we know that we can’t get to clean energy without getting our hands dirty. It’s all about rolling up our sleeves and digging in.

Long, dark winter nights are here: Energy-saving gifts can light your way

Posted by Emma Appleman | Date December 8, 2016

If you’re having a hard time finding gifts for the important people in your life, here are some fun and innovative energy-saving gifts that keep giving throughout the winter (and year-round).

CEE partner brings Midwest sensibility to national Electricity Advisory Committee

Posted by Helen Booth-Tobin | Date November 29, 2016

This fall, U.S. Department of Energy Secretary appointed GPI’s leader Rolf Nordstrom to serve a two-year term on the agency’s 24-member Electricity Advisory Committee (EAC).

Field Notes Research Update — Fall 2016

Posted by Helen Booth-Tobin | Date November 16, 2016

This blog post is taken from our Field Notes newsletter which features updates on CEE's research projects.

Staff Spotlight: Meranda Wacek

Posted by Tim Hanrahan | Date November 16, 2016

In this series, learn how each CEE staffer contributes to reducing energy waste while improving the environment. This week, we profile chief financial officer Meranda Wacek.

Presidents Letter: CEE and NEC plan to merge in 2017

Posted by Chris Duffrin | Date November 10, 2016

After months of rigorous exploration and discussion, our boards of directors have resolved to merge our organizations in 2017 for greater reach and mission impact.