Twin Cities nature murals across Minneapolis and St. Paul use art to connect urban communities to ecosystems, migration and the living world around them.
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Frey Signs Agreements with Xcel, CenterPoint to Cut Carbon Emissions and Ensure Equity
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey signed franchise agreements with Xcel Energy and CenterPoint Energy to reduce carbon emissions and meet the city’s goal of carbon neutrality by 2050.
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Just jobs in clean energy
Mayors and community leaders are in a critical position to ensure that clean energy investments reach disadvantaged communities, and are using strategies such as job training programs and investment strategies to ensure that these communities benefit from the transition to a clean energy future.
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Our protected public lands remind us that nature is for everyone
Yosemite National Park Ranger Shelton Johnson is advocating for diversity in national parks by connecting people with nature.
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Wanna know what climate change looks like in 50 years? MN tool can help
The University of Minnesota Climate Adaptation Partnership has launched a digital tool called MN CliMAT, which allows users to map out climate change predictions and make informed decisions for future planning.
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A trip to the grocery store with an environmentalist
Filsan Ibrahim, an environmentalist, practices a low or zero-waste approach to reduce waste and reduce the impact of industrial waste on communities.
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Olympic Games in Paris go green to reduce carbon footprint
The 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris are aiming to reduce their carbon footprint by using renewable energy, recycled materials, and public transportation, while promoting sustainability to a global audience.
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MN poised to complete one of nation’s largest solar farms after permit vote
Construction of the final phase of the nation’s largest solar energy development, the Sherco coal plant site, has been approved by the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission.
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Is Earth really getting too hot for people to survive?
Climate change is causing hot and humid weather to spread to more places, but clean energy sources like solar and wind power can help mitigate the effects of burning carbon.
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Cleaner transportation fuels can save lives
Antoine M. Thompson, CEO of the Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition, is advocating for the use of biodiesel fuels in medium to heavy-duty vehicles to reduce pollution and improve public health outcomes,
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The future of ‘forever’ chemicals in Minnesota
Minnesota is set to ban the sale of 11 categories of consumer goods containing PFAS, known as ‘forever chemicals’, starting in 2025.
Posted inHealth + Wellness
Restoring a historic Black-owned summer camp for North Minneapolis youth
The Camp Katherine Parsons, a summer camp for North Minneapolis youth, is being restored.
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Clean energy boom leaves Black workers behind
The Environmental Protection Agency has announced $7 billion in grants for solar energy programs in residential communities, with advocacy groups highlighting the need for more diversity.
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It’s OK to mow in May − the best way to help pollinators is by adding native plants
No Mow May, a conservation initiative started in the UK, is not an effective strategy for supporting pollinators in North America.
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Project Sweetie Pie’s Foster Green initiative aims to transform North Minneapolis into a greener community
Project Sweetie Pie’s Foster Green initiative aims to make North Minneapolis greener, and will be celebrated on May 18 with a green celebration.
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Photos: Northern lights dazzle during rare solar storm
A powerful geomagnetic storm caused a spectacular display of northern lights that was visible in all 50 states, Cuba, and the Bahamas, the likes of which hasn’t been seen since 2005.
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Northern lights display expected to shine bright this weekend in Minnesota
Northern lights occur when charged particles from the sun collide with Earth’s magnetic field.
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Arbor Day celebration at McRae Park honors South Minneapolis history
Arbor Day was celebrated at McRae Park in South Minneapolis with live music, tree-themed activities, and a tree dedication with former Minnesota Viking Justice Alan Page.
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Sabathani Community Center receives congressional praise for green efforts
Sen. Tina Smith and Rep. Ilhan Omar visited the Sabathani Community Center to celebrate its sustainability progress and cutting-edge green initiatives.
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More summer smoke? Experts monitor climate-fueled events and health effects
Minnesota health officials are warning of the health effects of climate change, including increased wildfire activity.