National Drive Electric Week, September 14-22, 2019, is a nationwide celebration to heighten awareness of today's widespread availability of plug-in vehicles and highlight the benefits of all-electric and plug-in hybrid-electric cars, trucks, motorcycles, and more. They are fun to drive, are less expensive and more convenient to fuel than gasoline vehicles, are better for the environment, promote local jobs, and reduce our dependence on foreign oil. Are you considering going electric? Come talk to owners who have successfully done so.
Xcel Energy 2019 Integrated Distribution Planning Stakeholder Meeting
September 13, 2019 inPlease join us on Wednesday, September 25th for a stakeholder workshop to learn about Xcel Energy’s 2019 Integrated Distribution Plan. This event will provide an overview of key components of the 2019 plan and an opportunity for stakeholder Q&A.
Metro CERT Annual Event
September 13, 2019 inLearn about areas of clean energy action happening in our region, connect with leaders in renewable energy and energy efficiency, and join with us to take action. Food will be provided during this free event.
e21 Forum: Collaborative Projects on Developing Minnesota’s 21st Century Energy System
July 18, 2019 inThe e21 initiative invites you to a discussion with Minnesota-based energy leaders who took part in Rocky Mountain Institute’s 2019 eLab Accelerator. From decarbonizing natural gas to advancing battery storage deployment, these teams will present on the problems that they are trying to solve, their progress, and their next steps. Learn about these four teams and their strides to advance a 21st-century energy system in Minnesota.
Teams and topic areas include:
- Decarbonizing Minnesota’s Natural Gas End-Uses
- GridMod Squad
- Great River Energy Comprehensive Planning
- Battery Storage Game Plan
Vision for Stillwater’s Energy Future
June 21, 2019 inJoin the Sustainable Stillwater Energy Working Group (EWG) for a listening session that aims to gather input from city residents/stakeholders to formulate an energy vision for the city of Stillwater. The EWG is looking for your input to guide our efforts for a clean energy future.
The Energy Working Group emphasizes the move to renewable energy and increased energy conservation to reduce our carbon footprint while improving the health and sustainability of our community. Our work supports the City of Stillwater’s GreenSteps program and extends to businesses, schools and residential properties. The event is co-hosted by Conversation Minnesota and Clean Energy Resource Teams (CERTs). Great Plains Institute directs the 11 county Twin Cities metro region of CERTs.
Join the Great Plains Institute and the Nicholas Institute at Duke University in Lexington, Kentucky as they present an expert stakeholder workshop on the important issues facing states and stakeholder in PJM in 2019.
GreenStep Cities March Workshop: Mobility & Electric Vehicles
February 8, 2019 inJoin us on March 6th as we hear from cities and local experts share with us their experiences with shared mobility and electric vehicles. Topics will include:
- Introduction to shared mobility
- City speakers on micro-mobility, electric scooters, electric vehicles, shared transit
- Cities Charging Ahead!: a cohort of 28 cities exploring electric vehicle readiness
Webinar: Best Practices in Solar Planning and Zoning
February 8, 2019 inAs solar projects proliferate in agricultural areas, local governments are enacting development standards to ensure that solar farm development creates agricultural, environmental and water quality co-benefits.
2019 Summit on Transportation Electrification in the Midcontinent Region
December 10, 2018 inOn January 23, 2019, in Chicago, Illinois, the Great Plains Institute and the diverse participants of the Midcontinent Transportation Electrification Collaborative (MTEC) will host a Transportation Electrification Summit.
During the Summit, MTEC will unveil its consensus Road Map to Decarbonization by Midcentury: Transportation Electrification. This second installment of the Road Map to Decarbonization will include new analyses and recommendations to policy makers in the region on how to seize the opportunities electric vehicles (EVs) present.
Energy Happy Hour
December 10, 2018 inThe GPI Energy Innovation Happy Hour brings together energy-sector professionals, entrepreneurs, public sector leaders and professionals, project developers, researchers, advocates, and enthusiasts. This is a great opportunity for our dynamic community to discuss ideas, network, and get to know each other.
