Upcoming Events
April Chapter Zoom Meeting
Wednesday April 8th 7pm
Topic: Understanding the Clean Energy Transition:
Small Steps and Big Decisions
The clean energy transition has been underway for several years and progress continues. The Citizens Utility Board of Minnesota, a non-profit consumer advocate, will lead a discussion about the key actions needed to meet the goals of a clean energy future while not leaving folks behind:
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Large scale development and investments in clean energy/low-carbon infrastructure
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Individual household decision-making regarding home energy use and upgrades, especially heating and cooling
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Systemic energy affordability issues including rates and home energy upgrade expenses
We look forward to a lively discussion and hope participants will leave with ideas of how they can participate in shaping our energy future.
Further details and a Zoom registration link will be posted closer to the event.
To learn more about CUB, visit: https://cubminnesota.org/
About the Speakers:
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Carmen Carruthers, CUB Outreach Director
Carmen Carruthers joined the Citizens Utility Board of Minnesota as its Outreach Director in 2016. Carmen came to this work with diverse experience in the fields of urban planning, education, sales, and financial services. She is passionate about making sure people have all the information they need to make good decisions for their households. She loves helping people save money, making their homes more comfortable, and reducing their environmental impact. Carmen holds a bachelor’s degree in Local and Urban Affairs with a minor in Environmental Studies from St. Cloud University. She has a master’s degree in Urban and Regional Planning from the University of Iowa with emphasis on transportation and environmental planning.
Kevin Kratz, CUB Consumer Specialist
Kevin joined the Citizens Utility Board of Minnesota as a Consumer Specialist in September 2025. Prior to joining CUB, he worked on a kaleidoscope of climate resilience planning and sustainability initiatives across Minnesota, including Ramsey County's climate action plan, forest carbon program research in Bemidji, greenhouse gas inventories, resilience hub studies, and even public acceptance of robots! In a previous life, he managed Punch Pizza where he started as a dishwasher.
Kevin holds a Master of Science in Science, Technology, and Environmental Policy from the University of Minnesota's Humphrey School of Public Affairs. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies, Toxicology focus from Bemidji State University, where he studied in the Niizhoo-Gwayakochigewin ("Two Ways of Doing a Good Thing in a Good Way") program where western science and Indigenous Knowledge braid together to solve problems).
May In-Person Chapter Meeting (and Potluck!)
Saturday May 9th 12pm
Topic: Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of The Climate Reality Project
Head on over to the Hamilton Studio at 3112 W 28th St, Minneapolis for a CR action plan and social!
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Get a refresher on your Climate Reality Leadership training or start your training here. Discuss ways you can contribute to the climate fight, join up with other Climate Reality members, and take action! The meeting will include a potluck lunch.
Note: Chapter meeting invitations are sent to all current chapter members a few days before the event. Membership is free and open to all trained Climate Reality Leaders and the public. If you join (https://www.climaterealitymsp.com/join) less than a week before a meeting or event, please email info@climaterealitymsp.com and ask for an invitation or follow the registration link on this page.