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In collaboration with Kevin Pranis of LIUNA, the Laborers’ International Union of North America, CEE's policy director Audrey Partridge wrote this op-ed for 明星论坛报. Audrey and Kevin explain how the recent approval of CenterPoint's natural gas innovation plan by MN's Public Utilities Commission represents a big step forward for the climate, 环境, 我们的经济, 以及公共利益.

Minnesota's governor Tim Walz is officially running to be our country's next VP. In this article by 政治报专业, CEE's policy director Audrey Partridge shared thoughts with Politico about Walz's bipartisan track record in MN, specifically regarding energy efficiency & 保护

Minnesota's governor Tim Walz is officially running to be our country's next VP. In this article by 内部气候新闻, CEE's policy director Audrey Partridge shared her thoughts about Gov. Walz的记录: “He came in with a split legislature and he worked across the aisle on some really practical, impactful energy policy changes... He’s been making major progress on energy efficiency and helping low-income families reduce their utility bills, and looking to grow our state’s clean energy economy with high-quality jobs..."

CEE's policy director Audrey Partridge also shared reflections yesterday with 内部气候新闻 (cross-posted locally at 声) about Gov. Walz的记录: “He came in with a split legislature and he worked across the aisle on some really practical, impactful energy policy changes... He’s been making major progress on energy efficiency and helping low-income families reduce their utility bills, and looking to grow our state’s clean energy economy with high-quality jobs..."

Center for Energy and Environment has been named one of the Top 200 Workplaces in Minnesota by 明星论坛报. Top Workplaces recognizes the best companies in Minnesota based on employee opinions that measure engagement, 组织健康, 和满意度.

CEE has been named as one of the recipients of an estimated total of $2.9 million in housing grants for a government project to develop the Taconite Assistance Area. The projects are expected to diversify the local economy, increase the regional tax base, 保留和创造就业机会, grow the housing inventory, modernize essential infrastructure, and expand outdoor recreation. CEE plans to provide low interest housing rehabilitation loans in five communities across the Iron Range with the oldest housing stock.

In this article by 明星论坛报, we take a look at some ways people and businesses can contribute to reducing carbon footprint. CEE's Josh Quinnell is featured as he highlights the benefits of switching to heat pump to reduce emissions. For the most complete heat pump resources for homeowners and contractors, please visit mnashp.org

CEE researchers recently published results from a field study of the most important energy efficiency options applicable to carbon dioxide (CO2) refrigeration systems in Minnesota’s grocery stores. The research was funded by the Minnesota Department of Commerce, Division of Energy Resources, through the Conservation Applied Research and Development program, with co-funding from project partners and from CEE in support of its nonprofit mission. 

CEE's Angeline Quilt is featured in this 新闻 story by CERT highlighting her experience as a graduate of CEE's 家庭能源 职业培训 Program and her development into her role of energy home auditor at CEE. Funded by CenterPoint Energy and Xcel Energy, the program offers paid training to those seeking a new career in a booming industry. 

In this heat pump water heaters article by 明星论坛报, CEE's Katie Jones weighs in about financial incentives and the most impactful ways to cut carbon at home, as well as insights pulled from CEE's weatherization & electrification roadmap last year for the City of Minneapolis.