Residents and businesses are invited to join the City of Minneapolis in switching off their lights between 8:30-9:30 pm on March 30 in honor of Earth Hour.
Go Green:
A space for articles pertaining to environmental justice and sustainable energy initiatives, with an emphasis on conservation and money-saving tips.
This page is sponsored in part by Hennepin County. 
‘Black Farmers’ gear up for legal fight after appeals court setback
The descendants of Earnest Lee Boyland from Mason, Tenn. filed a lawsuit in the 1990s alleging that the USDA adhered to discriminatory policies against African American farmers…
Why Jamaica is leading the climate revolution
Even before the British billionaire invested US$1 billion in making the region ‘climate-smart,’ Jamaica, Barbados and Dominica were pioneering a renewable energy boom in the Caribbean.
Bike-friendly cities should be designed for all, not just for wealthy White cyclists
Designing for bikes has become a hallmark of forward-looking modern cities worldwide. Bike-friendly city ratings abound, and advocates promote cycling as a way to reduce problems ranging from air pollution to traffic deaths.
A winter gardening checklist for springtime
There are still plenty of tasks for gardeners to do — even in this frozen tundra — to prepare for the new season.
‘Tis The Season: 5 tips for reducing holiday waste
Here are some tips for green gift-giving that may help reduce your waste over the holidays.
The holidays are the perfect time to recycle old batteries
For a safe and happy holiday season, take the step of recycling your used batteries. It’s a simple way to prepare your home, make a positive impact on the environment and keep the people and property you love safe.
12 ways to green up your holiday season
Help green the earth with your holiday shopping choices.
Don’t throw away those leaves!
Don’t let leaves blow away, as they can clog up storm drains and pollute our local lakes and rivers with excess nutrients.
A Great Lakes pipeline dispute points to a broader energy dilemma
A big spill in Michigan’s Straits of Mackinac could have devastating consequences.