The Great Plains Institute staffs the State CO2-EOR Deployment Work Group on behalf of Wyoming Governor Matt Mead and Montana Governor Steve Bullock. Continue reading »
Over our nearly twenty year history, the Great Plains Institute has been extremely fortunate to be supported by a diverse group of philanthropic foundations—which today provide some 95% of GPI’s revenue—along with a small but growing group of committed individuals and institutions who believe in GPI’s nonpartisan, consensus-based approach to crafting effective, broadly-shared energy and climate solutions: now more urgent than ever. Continue reading »
Nancy Pfund, Founder and Managing Partner of DBL Partners, Answers Eight Questions on Energy
February 16, 2017 in News & Press Author: Jennifer Christensen
Nancy Pfund, Founder and Managing Partner of DBL Partners, answers GPI’s “Eight Questions on Energy,” sharing her insights on innovation, what she calls the “mobility trifecta,” and what makes her optimistic about the future of energy. Continue reading »
On January 13th, the Great Plains Institute staff participated in our first day of service, a chance to give back to our community, enjoy some time away from the office, and get to know each other a little better. We partnered with Open Arms Minnesota, an organization that prepares and delivers meals to Twin Cities residents living with cancer, HIV/AIDS, multiple sclerosis, and ALS. Founded in 1986, Open Arms now delivers to over 1,000 clients each week with the help of over 5,000 volunteers annually. Continue reading »
As 2016 comes to a close, we’re taking a look back at what we’ve accomplished alongside our partners, stakeholders, and supporters over the last year. Continue reading »
The Great Plains Institute clan (and our projects) has grown a lot this year, and wow, have we been busy! We’re sure you have wondered, “What’s all the hustle and bustle over there?” This holiday letter is meant to celebrate some of our successes of the last year, so let’s look back: Continue reading »
News Release: Minnesota’s e21 Initiative Releases Report on Framework for a 21st Century Electric System
December 8, 2016 in Energy Systems, News & Press
MINNEAPOLIS – The Great Plains Institute (GPI) and the Center for Energy and Environment (CEE) released a new report today detailing additional steps for Minnesota to protect the public interest by taking full advantage of a cleaner electric system and more customer-centric utility regulatory framework. Continue reading »
Press Release: 14-State Work Group Releases Federal and State Recommendations on Carbon Capture
December 2, 2016 in Carbon Management, News & Press
MINNEAPOLIS – Wyoming Governor Matt Mead and Montana Governor Steve Bullock, along with colleagues and officials in 12 other states, released a new report today outlining growing opportunities for capturing carbon dioxide for use in enhanced oil recovery (CO2-EOR) with geologic storage. Continue reading »
What do Sweden, the U.S., Brazil & India All Have in Common?
December 2, 2016 in News & Press Author: Rolf Nordstrom
So back in June I get this email out of the blue from a very gracious woman at the Swedish Embassy inviting me to be part of a U.S.-Brazil-India delegation to Sweden. All I need to do is get myself there and back. Continue reading »
GPI Awarded 4-star Rating from Charity Navigator
November 30, 2016 in News & Press Author: Eric Schroeder
We’re proud to share that the Great Plains Institute earned a 4-star rating – the highest rating possible – from America’s premier independent charity evaluator, Charity Navigator. Continue reading »
