We believe partnership is a powerful tool to solve problems. Over nearly two decades Environmental Initiative and our partners have:
Shaped legislation through the Impaired Waters Stakeholder Process which resulted in the Clean Water Legacy Act
Developed a state plan to reduce mercury air emissions by 2,600 lbs per year below current levels
Identified 38 strategies to reduce 47.2 million metric tons of carbon dioxide by 2025 from the solid waste sector
Identified barriers and strategies to overcome them in order for Minnesota to meet mandated energy efficiency savings goals through our 1.5% Energy Efficiency Solutions Project
Developed one of the most innovative and voluntary smog-reduction programs in the nation through Clean Air Minnesota, whose partners reduce pollution by more than 2.2 tons per day
Retrofitted thousands of diesel engines through Project Green Fleet, reducing harmful pollutants from the air we breathe
Partnered with Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity to redevelop urban brownfields and integrate green building practices into affordable housing projects.
AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
Finalist - Leadership in Sustainability Award, 2011
U.S. Green Building Council - Minnesota Chapter
Project Green Fleet
Midwest Clean Diesel Initiative Leadership Award, 2009
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Region V
Project Green Fleet
Minnesota Governor’s Award for Pollution Prevention, 2009
Project Green Fleet
National Clean Air Excellence Award, 2008
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Project Green Fleet
