Collaborating for change
This Earth Day, Environmental Initiative is uniting with nine local nonprofits to raise funds to protect and restore the places we all love: our lakes, rivers, forests, parks, and communities.
Latest News & Ideas
Sustainability is still smart business: Navigating corporate communication strategy in a changing landscape
At the Sustainable Growth Coalition’s March learning lab, members explored how to communicate the value of sustainability initiatives within a changing economic and political landscape.
Staying true to our values in uncertain times
Environmental Initiative’s power and impact comes from building relationships and bridging across differences. Board chair, Halston Sleets and executive director, Mike Harley share how we're staying true to our mission, vision, and values despite uncertain times.
Working toward a more just and resilient future: Sustainable Growth Coalition’s 2024 impact
In 2024, the Sustainable Growth Coalition deepened its commitment to an equitable and circular economy, creating opportunities for members to connect, learn, and take action.
Upcoming Events
Webinar: Navigating challenges to corporate freshwater stewardship
The Mississippi River Basin is a critical freshwater resource, but corporate stewardship faces implementation challenges. In this cross-sector webinar, panelists will explore key questions tied to designing and implementing nature-based solutions to protect water quality and availability. Read More
New Project CAR garage
Wayne’s Automotive in Grand Rapids is now part of Project Clean Air Repair (CAR)—helping qualifying Minnesotans get low-to-no cost emissions system repairs!
A strategic refresh
Clean Air Minnesota (CAM) members recently came together to do some visioning about CAM’s future. With updated federal standards and state rule-making processes, the coalition is thinking about drivers of change and opportunities to pursue together.
Supporting community grants
In the past few weeks, Environmental Initiative has attended several House and Senate committee meetings to express our support for a clean bill to fund ENRTF’s Community Grants Program. Keep an eye on our social media and monthly newsletter for updates throughout the legislative session.
Member Highlight: Post Holdings
Environmental Initiative would like to welcome and thank our newest member, Post Holdings, for their support.