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ABOUT US
OUR VISION: We seek to preserve our environment and champion a healthy and resilient community.
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OUR MISSION: Create and support local initiatives that promote sustainability in the Stillwater, Minnesota area.
The idea for Sustainable Stillwater MN (SSMN) began in May 2013 with a community-wide visioning session led by passionate high school students determined to create a greener community. In June 2016, SSMN was officially introduced to the public, and on March 4, 2019, it became a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization. Since then, we've been moving "full steam ahead" to reduce Stillwater's carbon footprint and create a community where future generations can live, work, and play.
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To maximize our impact, SSMN operates through four strategic pillars, each supporting targeted programs and projects. SSMN integrates mitigation and adaptation strategies to address climate change impacts and preserve the environment for future generations. By aligning our projects and programs with our pillars, we aim to build a more sustainable, resilient, and vibrant Stillwater community.
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OUR IMPACT GOALS:
Healthy & Connected Community:
Foster well-being through collaboration and active engagement.
Resource & Environmental Stewardship:
Protect and sustain local natural resources through proactive environmental practices.
Local Economic Vitality:
Strengthen the economy by supporting sustainable businesses and green initiatives.
Our Promised Commitment
Official DEI Statement:
Sustainable Stillwater MN is committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to create a welcoming and safe environment where all voices are valued and equity is prioritized for lasting positive change.
Official Land Acknowledgment Statement:
Sustainable Stillwater MN acknowledges that we reside on the traditional and ancestral lands of the Dakhota and Ojibwe nations, as well as other Indigenous groups. We recognize the injustices Indigenous communities have faced, as well as their continued connection with this land. SSMN wishes to learn from their sustainable practices, and we pledge to actively ensure the protection and preservation of this land for future generations through similar, meaningful action.