We take action and implement on-the-ground projects to improve our air, land, and water by addressing environmental, economic, and public health issues between diverse stakeholders across power, perspectives and systems.
In partnership with the Minnesota Department of Health and with support from the Citizens League, we are exploring needs and perspectives to inform the development of a state-level partnership to...
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Sustainable Growth Coalition members share a vision for change in a circular economy which is our systems approach. Image credit: Forum for the Future
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Administered by Environmental Initiative, the Midwest Row Crop Collaborative designs, funds, and implements cutting-edge programs that demonstrate the benefits of regenerative agricultural practices.
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Environmental Initiative and partner car repair shops are reducing emissions by identifying and fixing vehicle exhaust systems in cars of lower-income residents.
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Project Stove Swap connects residents with local wood stove stores to exchange their inefficient wood stove for a new, cleaner burning model.
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Environmental Initiative, government agencies, and nonprofits are connecting businesses with financial and technical resources to reduce air pollution.
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The Headwaters Agriculture Sustainability Partnership incubates new ideas to help farmers make changes that will result in both economic and environmental benefits.
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The Cannon River Agricultural Collaborative supports farmers in implementing practices that improve farm profitability, regenerate the soil, and improve water quality.
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Nearly 30 businesses and organizations formed the Sustainable Growth Coalition, a business led partnership harnessing their expertise to advance the next frontier of corporate sustainability – the circular economy.
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Assembled by the Sustainable Growth Coalition, this guide can help your organization decide what to do with turf and other undervalued spaces and how to execute a project successfully.
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The Brewing a Sustainable Future project is a partnership with the Minnesota Craft Brewers Guild that is seeking sustainable solutions to spent grain management.
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Project Green Fleet works with businesses owners and fleet operators to upgrade older, less efficient diesel equipment with newer models that release fewer emissions.
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The Cedar River Watershed Partnership provides farmers with tools and resources to help them adopt new farm management strategies that improve the soil, water, and economic health of their farms...
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Air quality leaders are working to voluntarily reduce emissions from less regulated sources of air pollution like cars, trucks, small businesses, and residences.
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