ST. PAUL, MN - On January 30, 2025, Governor Tim Walz announced the appointment of Audrey Partridge to serve as a commissioner of the Public Utilities Commission (PUC).

“I am honored to appoint Audrey Partridge as commissioner of the Public Utilities Commission,” said Governor Walz. “Partridge is a proven leader with expertise in regulatory policy and extensive background in energy and environmental work. She will be an effective leader, positioned to guide Minnesota towards 100 percent clean energy while ensuring the delivery of safe, reliable, and sustainable utility services across the state.”

"I am so grateful to be appointed to the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission. I thank Governor Walz and Lieutenant Governor Flanagan for trusting me to serve our state at this pivotal time in our clean energy transition,” said Partridge. “I will work each and every day to meet Minnesota's ambitious?clean energy goals, while?maintaining affordability and reliability, and supporting Minnesota's communities and our highly skilled energy workforce."

About Audrey Partridge
Audrey is the director of policy for the Center for Energy and Environment, an organization she has been with since 2017. Before joining the Center for Energy and Environment, she held the roles of senior regulatory analyst and local energy policy manager with CenterPoint Energy. Audrey has also worked with CapX2020, the Metropolitan Council, and the Mental Health Association of Minnesota. Audrey earned a M.P.P. from the University of Minnesota and a B.S. from Macalester College.

About the Public Utilities Commission
The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission regulates the electricity, natural gas, and telephone services industries in Minnesota—ensuring safe, reliable, and effective utility services. The PUC is a five-member body with legislative and quasi-judicial functions.