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Building effective communications for water resource professionals
Starting in 2022, the Source Water Protection Collaborative and the University of Minnesota collaborated on a clearinghouse of resources to help support engagement efforts by water resource professionals. We recently transferred those resources to a new home on The Confluence…
Youth for Earth: Building pathways for BIPOC in environmental careers
Wondering what happens when young people and environmental nonprofit leaders design the agenda? The first ever Youth for Earth conference brought more than 100 youth together for a day of environmental career exploration and outdoor education.
$28 million available for local communities to improve Minnesota’s environment
A new Environmental and Natural Resources Trust Fund Community Grants Program worth over $28 million dollars invests in the protection, conservation, preservation and enhancement of the state’s air, water, land, fish and other natural resources.
From mailbox to mobile: Reaching farmers through the right channels
Curious about which communications channels really connect with farmers? Our partnership with Trust in Food™ shows how aligning outreach with farmer values drives strong communications campaign performance and conservation action.
Tribal-led outreach combats wood smoke pollution
Members of the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe and Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa are helping reduce air pollution from wood smoke in their homes and communities through Project Stove Swap.
Why environmental storytelling outshines data alone
Curious about how to tell environmental stories that connect? Danami-Maurice Champion, BairStories highlights how Environmental Initiative made the shift from topic-based communications to emotive, environmental storytelling through Project Clean Air Repair.
Clean Air Minnesota’s strategic refresh: What’s next and how you can help
Following a proactive strategic refresh, Clean Air Minnesota (CAM) partners are digging into new ideas to reduce air pollution collaboratively. Learn more about our next steps for cleaner air and get involved.
Five steps to reach farmers faster (and more effectively)
With conservation agriculture budgets tighter than ever, your outreach can't afford to miss the mark. In five clear steps, we’ll show you how to set clear goals, speak your farmers’ language, pick the right channels, and measure your wins.
