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Clean Energy Resource Teams
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We help Minnesotans solve community challenges with energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions. Let's steward our community resources wisely, let us know your idea!
Join us on Wednesday to learn about the Energy Assistance Program in Minnesota. Citizens Utility Board of MN will help you understand how to support your neighbors with this special program.
Let's ALL stay warm and cozy this winter: buff.ly/8JbKWTo
November 17, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Join us for Energy Assistance 101. Citizens Utility Board of MN will answer all your questions so you can best support your neighbors. Let's ALL stay warm and cozy this winter. Join our coffee chat, 11/19: www.cleanenergyresourceteams.org/november-com...
November 14, 2025 at 12:55 PM
Stop by our online coffee chat on Thursday and find out what the Community Energy Ambassadors program is all about! Pop in anytime between 9 and 10 a.m. with your questions and curiosity:
www.cleanenergyresourceteams.org/october-comm...
October 27, 2025 at 8:27 PM
Careers in Energy week? Don't mind if we do!
Here's a one-stop shop for everything you need to start exploring a careers in the green economy: mailchi.mp/cleanenergyr...
October 23, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Visited 200+ homes in a Shoreview mobile home park last week with partners to schedule energy audits, deliver bilingual materials, DIY energy conservation supplies, + install smoke detectors where requested. Together, we can reduce energy bills & make homes safer with communities!
October 18, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Button up those jackets (and homes), it's Energy Awareness Month! 🍂
We highlighted ways you can start saving energy, along with resources and events where you can learn more: mailchi.mp/cleanenergyr...
October 16, 2025 at 12:20 PM
Funding deadline: The final round of MN Department of Commerce's Electric School Bus grant applications are due Oct. 7. mn.gov/commerce/ene...
October 2, 2025 at 12:20 PM
Curious about clean energy project funding? We have a NEW tool for you! Plus the latest funding updates, including CERTs Seed Grants (ONE WEEK left to apply!) Check out the latest Energy Stories: mailchi.mp/cleanenergyr...
September 24, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Join us on Thursday for our monthly coffee chat! We're exploring how businesses and residents can make energy assessments and audits spark real energy change. Join us!
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September 22, 2025 at 11:45 AM
CERTs was an early supporter of Minnesota Renewable NOW's efforts to improve access to solar energy in North Minneapolis, which expanded to community solar partnerships + home energy efficiency improvements. Get inspired by stories of other impactful CERTs Seed Grant projects:
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September 18, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Community Grassroots Solutions has received 2 CERTs Seed Grants which were the organization’s on-ramp to clean energy work with St. Cloud's immigrant & refugee community. Get inspired by stories of other impactful projects and apply for a CERTs Seed Grant by 10/1: buff.ly/Qnr1R44
September 17, 2025 at 11:50 PM
A CERTs Seed Grant awarded to @Ecolibrium3 funded the development of the Duluth Citizens’ Climate Action Plan, resulting in an ever-expanding inventory of climate-smart projects. Get inspired by stories of other impactful seed grant projects & apply for a CERTs Seed Grant by 10/1 buff.ly/Qnr1R44
September 16, 2025 at 12:05 PM
The Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe received several CERTs Seed Grants over the years for projects foundational to efforts the Band has undertaken since, most notably facilitating expansion of solar: buff.ly/Qnr1R44
Get inspired by impactful seed grant projects & apply for a CERTs Seed Grant by 10/1!
September 15, 2025 at 11:45 AM
Steps to apply for CERTs Seed Grants:
1. Read the guidelines: buff.ly/IRrOPl0
2. Download the application questions & jot down your ideas: buff.ly/q9OIl0v
3. Fill out/submit the application by 10/1 at noon: buff.ly/IRrOPl0
4. Email us questions anytime: [email protected]
September 6, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Find out how a CERTs Seed Grant helped the Hastings Environmental Protectors build on the city's Energy Action Plan and reach underserved communities with direct access to energy efficiency resources: buff.ly/zPhYF4P
September 5, 2025 at 11:55 AM
Learn how a CERTs Seed Grant supported LifeGate Services efforts in Rochester and Austin!
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August 28, 2025 at 4:49 PM
See you on Wednesday for our coffee chat all about cities, CERTs Seed Grants, and removing barriers to clean energy projects: buff.ly/o0YIrxy
August 25, 2025 at 11:45 AM
Energy assistance and weatherization programs are a crucial tool for low to moderate income households. United Community Action Partnership is taking steps to help.
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August 25, 2025 at 1:20 AM
Sign up for next week's coffee chat where we'll hear from cities across MN who are removing barriers so residents and businesses can bring clean energy projects to life! Plus we'll hear how some cities used CERTs Seed Grants to support projects: buff.ly/o0YIrxy
August 20, 2025 at 12:55 PM
Learn about the different ways MN cities are removing barriers so residents and businesses can bring clean energy projects to life. Join us for our next coffee chat on 8/27: buff.ly/o0YIrxy
August 15, 2025 at 7:56 PM
Curious about CERTs Seed Grants? Learn how some MN cities used them to support clean energy projects & how your community could remove barriers so residents and businesses can bring projects to life — 8/27 at our next coffee chat: buff.ly/o0YIrxy
August 12, 2025 at 12:05 PM
What clean energy project could a $5,000-10,000 CERTs Seed Grant support in your community? buff.ly/NFpPOXM
August 11, 2025 at 8:27 PM
How could a $5,000-10,000 seed grant support clean energy projects in your region?
www.cleanenergyresourceteams.org/certs-seed-g...
August 8, 2025 at 7:56 PM
CERTs Seed Grant Applications are open!
What could your community do with $5,000-10,000? Check out the latest Energy Stories for more: mailchi.mp/cleanenergyr...
August 7, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Learn about the different ways MN cities are removing barriers so residents and businesses can bring clean energy projects to life (including how some of them used CERTs Seed Grants to support projects). Join us for our next coffee chat on 8/27: buff.ly/o0YIrxy
August 6, 2025 at 12:55 PM