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Minnesota shelter reports assaults, harassment linked to Line 3 pipeline workers

Opponents of Enbridge’s Line 3 pipeline have for years raised concerns that the project would lead to an increase in human trafficking and violence in northern Minnesota, especially against Native American women.

By Rilyn Eischens . 9 March 2021
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How Minnesota's Pollution Control Agency approaches its environmental equity push

Among the Walz administration’s efforts, its proposed budget would allow the MPCA to beef up its enforcement of emissions standards — the lack of which, the agency says, often creates inequities.

By MinnPost . 4 March 2021
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Group reports milestone in tracking the benefits of renewable gas investments

A company that tracks renewable energy transactions announced its first exchange involving its new thermal energy certificates.

By Frank Jossi . 2 March 2021
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Minnesota car-share program seeks to boost EV access in diverse neighborhoods

In Minneapolis and St. Paul, HourCar's plan includes 150 shared electric cars, 70 charging stations, subsidized rentals, and translation services.

25 February 2021
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Duluth looks to cut emissions through sharing more efficient building heat

The Minnesota city has made significant investments in its aging district energy system, adding natural gas boilers and replacing steam pipes with hot water loops.

By Frank Jossi . 22 February 2021
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Homeowners associations still a barrier for some would-be solar customers

Minnesota homeowners and solar groups are backing a bill to prohibit HOAs from banning rooftop solar panels.

By Frank Jossi . 11 February 2021
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Minnesota startup sees a growing niche market for electric work trucks

Zeus Electric Chassis intends to specialize in customizable medium-duty trucks for commercial and government fleets.

By Frank Jossi . 8 February 2021
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Wind developers are retrofitting newer projects with bigger, better blades

Xcel Energy recently received approval to repower a pair of wind farms originally built in 2015 to take advantage of improved technology and expiring tax credits.

By Frank Jossi . 4 February 2021
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In Minnesota, key energy lawmakers see potential despite divided Legislature

The two most important lawmakers on energy policy this session are optimistic about passing clean energy legislation, especially when it comes to energy efficiency.

By Frank Jossi . 21 January 2021
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Online portal aims to be clearinghouse for community solar subscriptions

Massachusetts-based EnergySage announced the soft launch of its community solar marketplace earlier this month.

By Sarah Shemkus . 20 January 2021