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Minneapolis Turning Out Lights For ‘Earth Hour’

Minneapolis is turning out the lights in city buildings for an initiative called “Earth Hour” to raise awareness of climate change.

2013/03/23

The CDC study concludes about one-third of U.S. adults consumed fruit or fruit juice at least twice a day — down slightly from more than 34 percent in 2000 — and that orange juice is the top source of fruit among U.S. adults and adolescents, while potatoes are the favorite vegetable. (Credit: Getty Images)

Eat Energy-Rich Foods For Your Daily Lift

Monday marks the first day back at work for many people after daylight saving time, so no doubt a few people are springing forward to grab an extra cup of coffee.

2013/03/11

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Electric Co-Op: Voluntarily Conserve Energy On Frigid Days

With extreme low temperatures on Sunday and Monday, the Wright-Hennepin Cooperative Electric Association is asking members to voluntarily conserve energy from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. on both days.

2013/01/19

President Barack Obama and Gov. Mitt Romney. (Getty Images/Luke Sharrett and Joe Raedle)

CBS Local Presidential Forum: Obama/Romney: Duke It Out Over Energy And Health Care

The two presidential candidates were asked a question by CBS Local about Obamacare vs. Romneycare and asked them to talk about the similarities or differences between the two plans.

2012/10/15

President Barack Obama and Gov. Mitt Romney. (Getty Images/Luke Sharrett and Joe Raedle)

CBS Local Presidential Forum Obama/Romney: Square Off Over Education and Energy

Today on the CBS Local forum, Romney and Obama were asked: What will you do to make the U.S. more energy independent?

2012/10/12

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Opinion: Gas Prices Are The Government and Obama’s Fault

Americans continually hear that the president of the United States can do nothing about gas prices. John Hofmeister says that isn’t true. The doubled gas prices could have been avoided but no one in a political position who can do anything about the prices wants to do anything.

2012/10/10

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Proper Body Fuel To Get You Through The Day

If your energy drops off during the day, we have three tips from an expert to keep those energy levels up all day long.

2012/04/11

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Feds, 5 States To Push For Great Lakes Wind Farms

The Obama administration and five states have reached an agreement to speed up approval of offshore wind farms in the Great Lakes, which have been delayed by cost concerns and public opposition.

2012/03/30

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ND Residents Upset With Proposed Power Line

Some southeast North Dakota residents want state regulators to alter the route of a proposed power transmission line.

2012/01/31

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Cutting Down On Winter Energy Costs

We could probably all use a little help cutting down on energy costs, considering the average Minnesotan will spend around $700 this winter heating their homes.

2012/01/11

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Consumer Advocate Reviewing Xcel Rate Hike Request

The Colorado Office of Consumer Counsel is closely studying Xcel Energy Inc.’s request for a $141.9 million electricity rate hike, which would raise the typical residential customer’s monthly bill by about 6 percent.

2011/11/24

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Xcel Energy Could Give Refunds On Energy Bills

Don’t let Thursday’s cold temperatures make you worry about winter heating costs, you could soon be getting a rebate from Xcel Energy.

2011/11/17

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‘U’ Energy Economist Develops Car Shopping Tool

A University of Minnesota energy economist has developed an online tool to help car-shoppers decide if an alternative vehicle is right for them.

2011/10/27

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‘U’ Unveils Wind Turbine For Electricity, Research

The University of Minnesota unveiled a giant wind turbine on Tuesday at its U-More Park facility in Rosemount.

2011/10/25

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Tech Gadgets To Help You Save Money On Energy

Investing in a few high-tech gadgets can really help you cut down on your energy bills.

2011/10/18

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