Tools & Guides

Farmers can gain a valuable new outlet for their products while communities can use locally-grown crops and residues for heat and power.

Find model ordinances for solar energy systems that you can use to establish new or improve existing rules for your jurisdiction.

Find model ordinances for wind energy systems that you can use to establish new or improve existing rules for your jurisdiction.

There is now an electric vehicle for just about every need: compact, SUV, van, and more. See your options!

Wondering what’s happening in Minnesota to expand charging locations and how you can take part? We’ll get you plugged in.

You can't manage what you don't measure! Understanding your energy use and measuring your progress is a great way to ensure energy savings.

A comprehensive resource for keeping your home comfortable, safe, durable, and efficient from the Minnesota Department of Commerce.

CERTs helps you distribute energy & water saving products like sprayers, aerators, showerheads, LED bulbs, and power strips.

This report is intended to detail the model and lessons learned from the Small Business Energy Coaching pilot project so that utilities, energy efficiency service providers, non-profit organization

From lights and fans to pumps and motors, from crop dryers to irrigation systems, there are many opportunities to save energy on the farm.

The Clean Energy Project Builder directory from CERTs helps you find solar installers and energy auditors that can help you move forward with projects.

Local service providers offer home energy assessments and improvements to income-qualified households

Covers efficiency improvements for eligible homeowners. Forgiven if you do not sell, transfer, or move out during the loan.

Energy Storage can be an excellent addition to clean energy projects to avoid demand charges or add resiliency.

Geothermal, or ground-source heating and cooling, uses the temperature of the earth and a pump to heat and cool buildings.

There are federal, state, utility, and other incentives that help buy down the cost of energy efficiency and renewable energy projects.

Cold winters can lead to high heating costs for Minnesota households. Here's what you need to know to keep your power on.

The USDA supports clean energy projects in Greater MN through their REAP program.

The Energy Assistance Program helps pay for home heating costs and furnace repairs for income-qualified households

Third-party financing is an innovative tool for public entities to tap into long-term energy cost savings without requiring large up-front capital expenditures

Covers efficiency improvements for eligible homeowners. Forgiven if you do not sell, transfer, or move out during the loan.

Federal agencies, including U.S. Dept. of Energy Office of Indian Energy, provide grant, loan, and assistance programs to support tribal energy projects.

Learn the basics about solar energy and the options you have to be powered by the sun

Minnesota’s cities and counties can unlock the economic development benefits of solar energy by becoming designated through SolSmart.

Most utilities offer programs to buy wind or solar energy for a small premium as an easy way to be green.

The Clean Energy Project Builder directory from CERTs helps you find solar installers and energy auditors that can help you move forward with projects.

The Solar Possible initiative offers state agencies, local governments, and schools in Xcel Energy electric territory in Minnesota the opportunity to procure solar through a joint RFP process.

Leasing your land for large solar arrays or wind turbines can be a new crop for your farm. Use this guide to learn more about getting a good deal.

Third-party financing is an innovative tool for public entities to tap into long-term energy cost savings without requiring large up-front capital expenditures

Find model ordinances for solar energy systems that you can use to establish new or improve existing rules for your jurisdiction.

Wondering what questions to ask companies you might work with on your next clean energy project? Here's a great starter list.

Installing solar can be a great way to create energy independence for your farm or business and stabilize your energy costs.

Most utilities offer programs to buy wind or solar energy for a small premium as an easy way to be green.

Leasing your land for large solar arrays or wind turbines can be a new crop for your farm. Use this guide to learn more about getting a good deal.

Find model ordinances for wind energy systems that you can use to establish new or improve existing rules for your jurisdiction.

A small wind turbine can lower your electricity bill and prevent power interruptions.