Minnesota’s Clean Energy Solutions to Climate Change

Faith Lutheran Church of Coon Rapids 11115 Hanson Blvd NW, Coon Rapids, MN

Hear about "Minnesota’s Clean Energy Solutions to Climate Change" on Thursday, July 13 at 7 pm at Faith Lutheran Church in Coon Rapids. Climate and energy expert J. Drake Hamilton, Science Policy Director at Minnesota’s own nonprofit, Fresh Energy, will be the speaker. Learn the details of Minnesota’ success in growing family supporting jobs in... Read more »

Science in Policymaking: Trends, Tensions & Themes

TIES Conference Center 1644 Larpenteur Avenue West, Falcon Heights, MN

October 25, 2017 Science doesn’t tell us what we should do, give us a clear-cut path forward or a single answer. Instead, science tells us what “is” or “may be.” From there, policymakers must decide how to use science—in combination with values, goals, and other factors—to make decisions. Through relevant, cross-sector examples and case studies, attendees... Read more »

$30 – $60

The Evolution of Utility Resource Planning: Designing for Disruption

TIES Conference Center 1644 Larpenteur Avenue West, Falcon Heights, MN

This forum will explore how the IRP process could evolve to accommodate a more diverse electric system and changing consumer demands, as well as support a more efficient, renewable, and lower-carbon grid.

$30 – $60

Pledge to pull garlic mustard at Crosby Farm Park with Friends of the Mississippi River

Crosby Farm Regional Park 2595 Crosby Farm Rd, St. Paul, MN

A natural oasis in the heart of the city, Crosby Farm Regional Park is nestled at the confluence of the Mississippi and Minnesota rivers. Enjoy the beauty of early spring at this riverside park, Thursday, April 26th, while helping protect native plants beneficial to our local wildlife and waters at this annual tradition. Alongside Friends... Read more »

2018 Environmental Initiative Awards

Nicollet Island Pavilion 40 Power Street, Minneapolis, MN

Honor the people and projects who make collaborative solutions happen at the 2018 Environmental Initiative Awards! Join environmental professionals and leaders for an inspiring night of networking, celebrating the 8 award winners, and investing in Environmental Initiative’s mission.

The Federal Farm Bill: Supporting Vibrant & Sustainable Minnesota Communities

Plymouth Creek Center 14800 34th Avenue, Plymouth, MN

Join us for a look at the current Farm Bill reauthorization process, competing and cooperative interests that shape its policies, and the impact potential new changes will have on Minnesota. Connecting all these pieces, we’ll also feature a discussion on how the Farm Bill can best support vibrant and sustainable Minnesota communities.

$30 – $60

Sustainable Event Planning: Learning From Minnesota’s Sports Industry

TCF Bank Stadium 420 SE 23rd Avenue, Minneapolis, MN

Join us to explore sustainability initiatives inside Minnesota’s sports industry. Learning from a sports context, attendees will share best practices of sustainable event planning, facilities management, and community engagement.

$35 – $50

Help restore Farmington’s Rambling River Park

MN

Rambling River Park is a beautiful 76-acre park located in Farmington bordered on the south and east by the Vermillion River. The Vermillion River is a unique resource that provides vital wildlife habitat, scenic beauty and recreational opportunities such as kayaking and trout fishing. The Vermillion is also a major Mississippi River tributary and directly... Read more »

Electric Storage: Addressing Grid Demands & Customer Values

MN

Join us for a discussion on the changing landscape of electric storage in Minnesota— from what our grid needs to meet state greenhouse gas goals, to adoption benefits and barriers for customers.

$30 – $60

Monitor stream health with SHEP in the Rice Creek Watershed District

MN

Since 2006, Friends of the Mississippi River has coordinated the Stream Health Evaluation Program (SHEP) in the Rice Creek Watershed District. SHEP uses trained volunteers to evaluate the biological health of streams by sampling benthic macroinvertebrates, small stream-dwelling bugs. Each year, we need 30 volunteers who work in three teams of 10. Preference is given... Read more »