Community Projects

Clean Energy Resource Team

The central goal of CERTs is to help community members get clean energy projects on the ground in Minnesota. Use this area of the site as a resource to learn about current projects in Minnesota and things you can do in your own community.

Project Planning

Wondering how you and your community members should get that project off the ground? See if our planning resources can help. Plan away >>

Case Studies

Check out our repository of past projects to learn about what others have been doing to advance energy efficiency and renewable energy in Minnesota. For examples, see the rotating spotlight below.
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Current Funding Opportunities

See what resources are currently available in the fields of energy & environment. View list >>

Donate to Projects

Clean energy projects around the state need your direct support! Learn more about them and help with a tax-deductible donation. Learn more >>

CERTs-Funded Projects

We are excited to announce the projects awarded the first round of CERTs mini-grants for 2008 to 2009. Read full details >>

Request for Proposals

CERTs provides limited financial assistance for energy efficiency and/or renewable energy projects requiring technical assistance.
Learn more about our RFPs >>

Case Studies

University of Minnesota Duluth’s North Shore Wind Study in Full Spin

Northeastern Minnesota is not a region of our state usually touted for its wind resources, but a dedicated group of researchers in Duluth are beginning to measure what they hope is the North Shore’s hidden wind energy potential.