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April 11-13 and 16-19

Minneapolis Convention Center, 1301 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis MN 55404

Explore and test-drive hundreds of vehicles in all categories, including many electric and hybrid models, at the 2025 Twin Cities Auto Show.

April 11 | 9-10:30 a.m.

South Central Service Cooperative, 2075 Lookout Drive, North Mankato MN 56003

Join the Southcentral MN Clean Energy Council to hear about the Convivencia Hispana Energy Navigator Program, which has provided free energy audits to households in St. James, MN, and learn about strategies to further energy efficiency in rural Minnesota communities.

April 12 | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

8251 Flying Cloud Dr, Eden Prairie MN 55344

Celebrate Earth Day with fun family activities and eco-friendly vendors to learn how you can live more sustainably and care for our environment.

April 12 | noon to 4 p.m.

Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center - Education Building, 12718 10th Street NE, Spicer MN 56288

Celebrate Earth Day at Prairie Woods!

Get ready for a day of outdoor fun, hands-on learning, and nature exploration for the whole family! This year’s Earth Day event features exciting new attractions, including the Nature Preschool & Playscape, along with a special presentation from the Science Museum of Minnesota!

April 14 | 7:30-9 a.m.

Development Services & Infrastructure Center, 4001 West River Parkway Northwest STE 100 , Rochester MN 55901

Rochester area residential contractors are invited to join the City of Rochester, Center for Energy and Environment, and Electrify Everything MN to learn about trends in home energy efficiency and electrification contracting and opportunities to grow your business.

April 15-16

Prairie's Edge Casino Resort, 5616 Prairies Edge Lane, Granite Falls MN 56241

Join Otter Tail Power at Prairie's Edge Casino Resort to learn about the rebate changes for 2025, air source heat pump training, the new electric panel upgrade rebate, and much more. Highlights include a vendor showcase, quality installation training, and new program updates.

April 16 | 5:30-8 p.m.

Minneapolis Convention Center, 1301 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis MN 55404

Join the April MN EV Owners meeting hosted at the 2025 Twin Cities Auto Show to hear an update on the state of EVs and see the latest EV makes and models available.

April 17 | 6-7 p.m.

MN

Join the Minnesota Renewable Energy Society to learn about the co-location of agriculture and solar, also known as agrivoltaics, and the work of the American Solar Grazing Association, which works to support and promote solar grazing throughout the country.

April 17 | 11 a.m. to noon

Join Shift2Electric’s Jukka Kukkonen and Fresh Energy on April 17, 2025 at 11 a.m. for a conversation about electric boats, the emissions impacts of traditional boating, and to get a look at how electric watercrafts are being used around the world, including examples of large ships, recreational boats, and smaller boats for everyday use.

April 17 | 9:15-11:30 a.m.

Wilder Foundation, 451 Lexington Pkwy N, Saint Paul MN 55104

Join Clean Energy Economy MN for the launch of their 2025 Minnesota Energy Factsheet. Network, see the newest data, and hear local industry experts commenting on the trends and sharing how the data stacks against their experience working in the clean energy transition.

April 17, 9:15 a.m.

451 Lexington Pkwy N, St. Paul MN 55104

Join us in person or virtually as we discuss trends from the 2025 Minnesota Energy Factsheet. We have invited local industry experts to comment on the trends and share how the data stacks against their experience working in the clean energy transition. Together, we'll explore how Minnesota is making its transition to a clean energy future.

April 17 | 9-10 a.m.

Overview of the Large Building Energy Benchmarking program and how building owners & managers can comply.

April 19, 2025 10am-2pm

2905 East Lake Street, Minneapolis MN 55407

Festival del Sol is a vibrant Earth Day celebration bringing Latin American culture, art, and community connection to Lake Street! Join us for live entertainment, local vendors, hands-on art activities, and the transformation of a vacant lot into a beautiful community space at 2905 E Lake Street. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate, connect, and create together!

 

April 19 | 1-4 p.m.

Trapp Farm Park, 841 Wilderness Run Rd, Eagan MN 55123

Visit the City of Eagan's outdoor Earth Week Celebration to explore educational booths, connect with local businesses, and enjoy delicious food from a local vendor.

April 22 | 1-5 p.m.

Sunrise Banks - Corporate Office , 2525 Wabash Avenue, Saint Paul MN 55114

Join Grid Catalyst to hear exciting pitches from the energy, cleantech, and sustainability innovators participating in the 2025 PowerNorth Incubator program.

April 23 | 10-11 a.m.

Online,

Join us for our April Community Energy Ambassador coffee chat! This month, we’re focused on building community. Who is your community? What are your community’s priorities?

HOSTED BY CERTs
April 24 | 2-5p.m.

Community Hub, 23956 N Lake Shore Drive, Long Beach MN 56334

Explore and celebrate sustainability achievements of the City of Long Beach, 150+ MN GreenStep Cities, and Community Energy Ambassadors.

April 26 | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Willmar Civic Center, 2707 Arena Dr, Willmar MN 56201

Learn how to make healthy choices for your family and your Earth!

April 26 | 9a.m. to 1p.m.

Castle Elementary School, 6675 50th Street N, Oakdale MN 55104

The City of Oakdale will host an Eco Fair to provide education about a variety of environmental topics and initiatives. There will also be family-friendly activities throughout the day and a food truck.

April 26 | 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Armory Square, 519 Division St S, Northfield MN 55057

Shop, talk, and build momentum and solutions during Northfield's 2025 Eco Fair, which will feature indoor and outdoor activities, a farmers market, earth-friendly exhibitors, and more.

April 26 | 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Iron Trail Motors Event Center, 919 6th St S, Virginia MN 55792

Visit Iron Range Earth Fest 2025, which begins at 6 p.m. on April 25 with the documentary “We’re All Plastic People Now” and continues 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on April 26 with exhibits, vendors, food, music, and a silent auction.

April 26 | 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Clyde Iron Works, 2920 W Michigan St, Duluth MN 55806

Explore interactive booths, meet local organizations, and engage in meaningful conversations at EcoFest 2025 in Duluth.

April 26 | 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Falcon Heights City Hall, 2077 Larpenteur Ave, Falcon Heights MN 55113

The cities of Falcon Heights and Lauderdale are hosting a joint sustainability fair and recycling day. Come learn about ways to incorporate sustainability in your daily life and bring your electronics and textiles to be recycled and papers to be shredded for free.

Tuesday, April 29

Extension Regional Office 322 Laurel St., Brainerd MN 56401

Agrivoltaics webinar series: Cattle solar grazing research

HOSTED BY CERTs
April 29 | 4:30-8 p.m.

Quincy Hall, 1325 Quincy St NE, Minneapolis MN 55413

This free annual event is an opportunity to gather with friends and connections from community organizations, small businesses, local governments, utilities, state agencies, clean energy industries, and folks interested in clean energy!

May 2 | 5–6:30 p.m.

8400 W 33rd St, St. Louis Park MN 55426

Wait, what’s an “EV Pettitting Zoo”? It’s your chance to get up close to a range of electric vehicles and e-bikes and ask all your questions!

May 3 | 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Saint Mary's University - Rochester Campus (Cascade Meadows), 2900 19th St NW, Rochester MN 55901

There's something for everyone at the EarthFest Expo, including food, music, games, educational sessions, and exhibits from local organizations. Class topics include solar for your home or business, home electrification, and how to take advantage of clean energy incentives.

May 6 | 8-11 a.m.

Worthington Event Center at Comfort Suites, 1447 Prairie Drive, Worthington MN 56187

Join this training presented by the MN Air Source Heat Pump Collaborative to become a heat pump expert, earn continuing education credits, and qualify to be listed on the Collaborative's Preferred Contractor Network. 

HOSTED BY CERTs
May 6 | 3-5 p.m.

Crosslake Presbyterian Church, 14444 Daggett Pine Road, Crosslake MN 56442

Join us to celebrate sustainability achievements of the City of Crosslake, 150+ MN GreenStep Cities, and Community Energy Ambassadors.

May 8 | 6-7:30 p.m.

Development Services & Infrastructure Center, 4001 West River Parkway Northwest STE 100 , Rochester MN 55901

Learn the practical questions to ask and resources to use to install a heat pump in your home at the second workshop in Electrify Everything's three-part home electrification series in Rochester.

May 10 | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Four Seasons Centre, 1525 S Elm Ave, Owatonna MN 55060

Join local Steele County organizations and businesses at The Enviro Show, a fun, free, and educational event dedicated to promoting eco-friendly practices, sustainable living, and environmental awareness!

May 13-15

Breezy Point Resort, 9252 Breezy Point Dr, Breezy Point MN 56472

This conference brings together Weatherization and Energy Assistance staff from all across the state.

May 14 | 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

MN

Join Jukka Kukkonen of Shift2Electric and Fresh Energy to hear about the benefits of electric lawnmowers, their care and maintenance, and the best makes and models available now. Leave with everything you need to make an informed decision about your next lawnmower.

May 17 | 1-4 p.m.

House of Hope Presbyterian Church, 797 Summit Ave, Saint Paul MN 55105

Join six Saint Paul faith communities at this family-friendly event! Enjoy good food and learn about all things green, from e-bikes to e-waste recycling, electric vehicles to solar installations. 

Tuesday, May 20

Extension Regional Office 322 Laurel St., Brainerd MN 56401

Agrivoltaics webinar series: Sheep solar grazing producer panel

May 21 | 10-11 a.m.

Overview of the Large Building Energy Benchmarking program and how building owners & managers can comply.

June 3 | 5-8 p.m.

Urban Growler Brewing Company, 2325 Endicott St, Saint Paul MN 55114

Join the Citizens Utility Board for their annual event to celebrate, take stock of progress in the past year, and look forward to the work ahead for Minnesota’s energy consumers.

June 12 | 6-7:30 p.m.

Development Services & Infrastructure Center, 4001 West River Parkway Northwest STE 100 , Rochester MN 55901

What size water heater do I need? How do I switch to an induction stove from a gas one? Learn about the practical considerations and resources available to upgrade to electric appliances in your home at this final workshop in Electrify Everything's three-part home electrification series in Rochester.

June 17 | 6:30-8 p.m.

Join this webinar from Solar United Neighbors to learn about the technology, economics, and financing of solar as well as about the new Northeast Minnesota Solar Co-op.

June 25-27

Duluth Entertainment Convention Center, 350 Harbor Dr, Duluth MN 55802

The League of Minnesota Cities’ largest annual event brings more than 500 city officials together for three days of keynote speakers, educational sessions, and connection. Join as an attendee or exhibitor in Duluth this June!

Oct. 7-8

InterContinental Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport, 5005 Glumack Drive, Minneapolis MN 55450

Registration is open now for Gateway to Solar, MnSEIA's annual trade conference, which brings together over 600 industry professionals from across the solar + storage industry and country. Meet industry professionals; hear from state officials, regulators, and legislators; and gain in-depth insight into Minnesota's booming market and where it's headed during this two-day conference.

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