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White Paper: Electric Vehicles Have Potential to Transform the Grid with Previously Unrealized Benefits in the Midcontinent
April 23, 2018 in Energy Systems, News & Press, Reports & Whitepapers, Transportation & Fuels Author: Gail Nosek
The continuing surge in electric vehicle (EV) use has utilities looking to future impacts on the existing grid structure. Now, a unique consortium of stakeholders has released a white paper that shows that grid transformation can not only meet EV demand, but it can simultaneously benefit utility customers, the economy, and the environment. Continue reading »
GPI’s Anniversary: Celebrating Milestones and Looking to the Future Together
April 19, 2018 in News & Press Author: Rolf Nordstrom
This year, the Great Plains Institute is thrilled to celebrate the 20th anniversary of our founding as a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming the energy system to benefit the economy and environment. Looking back at our impact, I’m energized by the progress we’ve made and filled with a sense of possibility. Continue reading »
GuideStar Recognizes GPI as a Leading Nonprofit for Transparency and Financial Accountability
April 19, 2018 in News & Press Author: Eric Schroeder
We’re proud to say that the Great Plains Institute was recently recognized with the 2018 Silver Seal on our GuideStar Nonprofit Profile. The award recognizes nonprofit transparency and financial accountability.
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Press Release: Initiative Creates First-of-its-Kind Opportunity for Solar Energy & Electric Vehicles
April 10, 2018 in News & Press Author: Gail Nosek
Great Plains Institute launches “solar+EV” market transformation initiative as part of national effort to capture renewable energy opportunities. Continue reading »
Capitol Pathways Intern at GPI
April 9, 2018 in News & Press, Transportation & Fuels Author: Gail Nosek
The Great Plains Institute (GPI) is thrilled to again serve as a host organization for the Capitol Pathways internship program. Organized by the Citizens League, the program “opens access to the Minnesota Capitol to the next generation of leaders of color.” The long-term goal is to make government truly representative of the communities it serves. Continue reading »
Welcome to GPI’s new and improved website!
Whether you’re a longtime supporter of our work or only know a little about GPI, we hope you enjoy our new look and more user-friendly design. Continue reading »
Cummins Global Energy Ventures Director Joins GPI Board of Directors
February 15, 2018 in News & Press Author: Rolf Nordstrom
Satish Jayaram, director of Cummins Global Energy Ventures, has joined the Great Plains Institute’s (GPI’s) board of directors. Continue reading »
Great River Energy VP Joins Great Plains Institute Board
February 14, 2018 in News & Press Author: Rolf Nordstrom
Priti Patel, Great River Energy’s vice president and chief transmission officer, has joined the Great Plains Institute’s (GPI’s) board of directors. Continue reading »
Press Release: Major Win for the Economy, Jobs, and the Environment Within New Federal Budget Bill
February 12, 2018 in News & Press Author: Gail Nosek
Great Plains Institute co-convened coalition of industry, labor, and environmental interests which boosted support for the FUTURE Act. Continue reading »
