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Tribes, cities, counties, and other local governments can apply by Dec. 11, 2025.

Power-up your clean energy journey with a chance to win a portable solar panel charger. Take the steps to becoming a CERTified Community Energy Ambassador and you could win!
 

Our new tool helps you discover programs that can help pay for clean energy projects in Minnesota. 

As you think about what kind of seeds you want to plant – remember, CERTs Seed Grant applications are due October 1 – you can enjoy some stories of impactful past projects by Minnesota communities.

The Minnesota Department of Commerce seeks proposals from qualified applicants throughout Minnesota for the Electric School Bus Grant Program.

Deloitte is hosting a series of webinars with the municipalities within the State of MN to provide an overview of the IRA and how they can take advantage of the assistance Deloitte has been hired to provide.

The MN Department of Commerce's Solar on Public Buildings Grant Program is now available throughout Minnesota with $15 million available.

The federal bill H.R. 1 was signed earlier in July and changed many of the clean energy incentives brought about or expanded by the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act. Here's what we know and what we're following to learn more.
 

Power-up your clean energy journey with a chance to win a portable solar panel charger. Take the steps to becoming a CERTified Community Energy Ambassador and you could win!
 

Get the scoop on staff travels across Minnesota this summer, plus an update on IRA incentives, as well as the latest clean energy news, events, and opportunities in Minnesota!  

The MN Department of Commerce will accept readiness assessments for the final round of Solar for Schools grants though July 31, 2025.

In this issue of CERTs Energy Stories we share insights and overviews of our energy systems. Plus the latest clean energy news, events, and opportunities in Minnesota!  

Let's take a look at a remarkable human system, one that has come about because people dared to imagine something different than what had come before, dared to innovate at every level and in every part of our energy system. And now it’s our turn to imagine!

In this issue of CERTs Energy Stories: Get to know Keely Rau! From AmeriCorps to Ambassadors, she's helping others find their own paths. Plus the latest clean energy news, events, and opportunities in Minnesota!  

The ECO Income-Eligible Working Group will reconvene to explore how utility-administered, ratepayer-funded energy efficiency programs can better serve under-resourced households across Minnesota.

The Minnesota Department of Commerce seeks proposals for the Solar on Public Buildings Grant Program.

The Minnesota Department of Commerce seeks proposals from eligible schools for the Minnesota Air Ventilation Pilot Grant Program.

Earlier this month we asked about your energy saving plan, and fun fact, most of you clicked on the home energy audit links! Get more resources and inspiration to start your summer projects.

Home Energy Squad energy experts can help Minnesotans save energy by performing a home energy inspection with free upgrades. 

Our warmer weather months in Minnesota are a great time to assess how you can make a difference in your energy use, whether it's in the place you call home, the place where you work, or the place you spend time with your community. What could you do differently to save energy?

Introducing a Free Course for Community-Serving Facilities by the Clean Energy Group

The MN Department of Commerce, Division of Energy Resources, is accepting applications for jurisdictions for the SolarAPP+ Solar Permitting Software.

Paid five-week in-person training to receive a credential in Building Science Principles. 

The League each year honors the special achievements of cities and city leaders with the City of Excellence Awards, C.C. Ludwig Award, James F. Miller Leadership Award, and Sustainable City Award.