National Electric Vehicle Community Readiness Program Launches

March 12, 2024 in Communities, News & Press Author: Drew Henry

Pilot in select states and regions kicks off a national DOE-funded initiative with Upper Midwest roots

MINNEAPOLIS — Today, the Great Plains Institute (GPI) and the Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC) announced the launch of Charging Smart designation program that prepares and recognizes communities for electric vehicle (EV) readiness. Charging Smart is funded by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Vehicle Technologies Office. Continue reading »

Minnesota Coalition to Advocate for Building Transmission Along Highways

February 6, 2024 in Energy Systems, News & Press Author: Drew Henry

Nearly 80% of Minnesotans want transmission built on existing rights-of-way

MINNEAPOLIS – February 6, 2024 – NextGen Highways announced today the launch in Minnesota of its first state coalition to promote the co-location of utility and telecommunication infrastructure in existing corridors, like highways and interstates, to speed development critical for the clean energy transition. Continue reading »