Standing on Solid Ground

Fresh Energy is leading the transition to a clean, efficient, and fair energy system. We do this work because it needs to be done and because it’s the right thing to do. It arises naturally from our core values—those convictions and beliefs that every member of our staff and board of directors hold to be essential. Our core values energize us and give us power. They define Fresh Energy and give our organization a heart and soul that make our work possible, our goals attainable.

• Integrity – Our work is grounded in our morals and ethics, as well as in each staff member’s desire for an integrated life—what we do is who we are. We do the right thing even when it may not be politically popular, and we trust each other to do the same. We honor our agreements, we are honest in our communications, and we strive to make certain our actions match our words.

• Fairness – It’s an essential attribute of open-minded, independent evaluation, and it’s a cornerstone of the relationship between Fresh Energy and our members, allies, opponents, and financial supporters. A passion for fairness fuels our work, and our decisions and opinions reflect a commitment to justice and truth.

• Excellence – The importance of our mission demands that we produce work of the highest quality. To ensure this, we draw upon the expertise, backgrounds, knowledge, points of view, and talents of the Fresh Energy staff, members, board, and collaborating organizations to develop shared solutions. In particular, each staff member takes personal pride and responsibility for the work we do. And no matter how good our work, we are dedicated to making it better.

• Respect for all People – We respect and embrace the diversity that comes from racial, ethnic, gender, and social differences. Our work is informed by the belief that all people are important and valuable and deserve to be treated with dignity and fairness. We actively work against individual and institutional prejudice and discrimination. We listen to and learn from everyone within our diverse base of members, allies, financial supporters, colleagues, even opponents.

• Environmental Stewardship – A keen sense of responsibility to care for the earth and create a healthy environment underlies all of our work.

• Courageous Passion for Progress – Change is inevitable. Positive change is not. In our work, we often promote good ideas in unreceptive environments, against sometimes overwhelming odds. Bravery, dedication, and tenacious spirit help us persevere and maintain a sense of humor while reaching for our goals.