MRES Committee meetings are open to the public - all are welcome! Any MRES member is invited to officially join any of the following committees at any time throughout the year. If you are interested in attending, please contact the Committee Chair pertaining to your interest:
Advocacy Committee
Focus: Developing positions and advocating for those positions about renewable energy issues at the grassroots, local, state/national level.
Chair: Jan Hubbard
E-mail: JanH@mnRenewables.org
Phone: (612) 308-4757
Meeting Date/Time: 2nd Monday of each month, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Meeting Location: MRES Office, 2928 5th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN
Training Committee
Focus: Develop a framework for MRES curriculum development and training offerings.
Chair: Laura Cina
E-mail: LauraC@mnRenewables.org
Phone: 612-963-4757
Meeting Date/Time: 3rd Tuesday of each month, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Meeting Location: MRES Office, 2928 5th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN
Events Committee
Focus: Coordinate event logistics, partnership relationships, event staffing, volunteer management, and scheduling for the Living Green Expo, Solar Regatta, Eco Experience, Solar Tour and tabling at over 40 events.
Chair: Doug Shoemaker
E-mail: DougS@mnRenewables.org
Phone: (612) 308-4757
Meeting Date/Time: 1st Tuesday of each month, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Meeting Location: MRES Office, 2928 5th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN
Finance/Fundraising Committee
Focus: Provide leadership in budget development and management; monitor financial processes; complete strategic planning process and implement long-range fiscal planning; and coordinate fiscal contracts with outside entities. Develop and coordinate fundraising efforts for the entire organization, including all standing committees. Proactively seek grant opportunities and partnerships on an on-going basis.
Chair: Tim Bethke
E-mail: TimB@mnRenewables.org
Phone: (612) 308-4757
Meeting Date/Time: 3rd Thursday of each month, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Meeting Location: MRES Office, 2928 5th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN
Outreach Committee
Focus: Coordinate electronic/web, membership, marketing, and outreach events.
Chair: Eric Jensen
E-mail: EricJ@mnRenewables.org
Phone: (612) 308-4757
Meeting Date/Time: Fourth Monday of each month, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Meeting Location: TBD, email chair for more information or to participate via web conference
International Committee
Focus: Focuses on providing global renewable energy information relevant to MRES members, including global policies, academic research, international business, and volunteer opportunities, as well as gathering to share information on international experiences, expertise, and opportunities.
Chair: Doug Shoemaker
E-mail: DougS@mnRenewables.org
Co-Chair: Fran Crotty
E-mail: FranC@mnrenewables.org
Meeting Date/Time: 4th Wednesday of each month, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Meeting Location: Wilder Foundation, 451 Lexington Parkway North, Saint Paul, MN
Executive Committee
Focus: Provide process and direction and general oversight for the Board.
Chair: Eric Jensen
E-mail: EricJ@mnRenewables.org
Phone: (612) 308-4757
The Executive Committee consists of MRES Board Officers and meets on an as-needed basis. To nominate yourself or another member for the Board of Directors, contact MRES at (612) 308-4757.
