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Opening pathways, investing in our future

Executive Director Mike Harley shares his thoughts on Environmental Initiative's two youth-serving projects, Roots for the Future and Collaborative Pathways.

Changing course: How community feedback transformed SGC’s engagement workbook

Learn how Sustainable Growth Coalition's workbook "Community Engagement Best Practices" was transformed into a stronger, clearer guide by community input.

Building effective communications for water resource professionals

The Source Water Protection Collaborative recently transferred engagement resources for water resource professionals to a new home on The Confluence of Watershed Leaders website.

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.

Investing in youth for a just and sustainable future

Support for Roots for the Future helps us build a future where young people are equipped to lead, advocate, and thrive in an environmental justice movement that belongs to them.

Program that fixes old cars for free expands to greater Minnesota through Wayne’s Automotive partnership

Project Clean Air Repair's expansion will bring the program’s outreach, benefits, and services into northern Minnesota.

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.

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.

Environmental Initiative receives $1.1 million grant to reduce diesel emissions

Project Green Fleet recently partnered with three Minnesota-based fleets to submit a funding application that secured just over $1.1 million to replace six diesel vehicles.

Northside Safety NET brings on new interns

Northside Safety NET has welcomed eight new interns and welcomed back five interns from the original cohort for this year of programming. Learn more about our interns and consider supporting them as they learn about environmental justice in their community.