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Mar 102 min read
Victory in the Valley: Solar Panels Coming to More Stillwater Schools! 🌞
We are thrilled to celebrate a major win for sustainability in our community —solar panels are being installed at Stillwater Area HS!


Feb 262 min read
Victories in the Valley: Bayport Fire Department Goes Solar
Thanks to a grant from the Minnesota Department of Commerce, Bayport is installing a 36-kW solar array at the fire station.


Feb 212 min read
Cimarron Residents Shine Bright with Lake Elmo Solar Garden
Thirty residents have officially hopped on board as cooperative members of the new 1,223.75 kW Lake Elmo Solar Garden.

Sep 10, 20242 min read
Breaking the Cycle: The Urgent Need to Electrify Efficiently
As the demand for electricity soars, we risk undermining progress in clean energy unless we act now.


Sep 6, 20242 min read
Becker's Transition from Coal to Solar
How Becker, Minnesota, is transitioning from coal to renewable energy and what lessons we can learn from them.

Aug 28, 20242 min read
Exciting Advances in EV Battery Technology: A Glimpse into the Future
EV ranges are set to increase dramatically over the next few years, and by 2030 EVs will surpass gasoline-powered vehicles with range.

Aug 13, 20245 min read
2024 U.S. Presidential Race: A Comparative Overview of Nominees
Here’s a balanced summary of the key positions held by the Democratic and Republican nominees and their running mates for 2024.


Aug 8, 20242 min read
Big River Farms: Leading the Way in Sustainable Agriculture and Solar Energy
Big River Farms, a member of the Green Business Directory, has achieved national recognition by winning the Solar Farm of the Year award.

Jul 24, 20242 min read
July Update on the Solar for Cimarron Project
Linda Countryman shares progress, reaching the halfway mark with community engagement.

Jul 16, 20242 min read
Long-Range Electric Cars Now Cheaper Than Gas Guzzlers
A recent analysis reveals that EVs with at least 300 miles of range are cheaper than the average new car.

Jul 15, 20242 min read
The Biden Clean Energy Boom: A New Era for Renewable Energy in America
How has the I.R.A. revolutionized America's clean energy landscape?


Apr 19, 20242 min read
Empowering Cimarron: Sustainable Stillwater MN's "Solar For Cimarron" Initiative
Sustainable Stillwater MN partners with Cooperative Energy Futures, providing solar energy access to empower Cimarron residents.


Apr 18, 20242 min read
Leading the Charge: Biden Administration's Funding Boosts Sustainable Industrial Practices
How the Biden administration's $6 billion funding for factory decarbonization is sparking a sustainable revolution.


Apr 17, 20243 min read
Big Victory for Sustainable Stillwater MN: City Council Adopts Energy Action Plan
The city's groundbreaking plan to slash emissions by over 50%—a monumental victory for community-driven sustainability.

Mar 6, 20242 min read
The Benefits of Cutting Vehicle Miles: A Path to Healthier Communities and Economies
Reducing driving by 20% in Minnesota could have significant positive impacts on both the economy and public health.

Mar 5, 20242 min read
Advancing EVs with V2G Technology Paves the Way for Roaming Grid Batteries
A new development in vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology is bringing EVs one step closer to becoming mobile batteries.


Jan 22, 20241 min read
Navigating the Cost of Transitioning to Clean Energy
Curious about the real costs of the global transition to clean energy? Check out this article by Dan Gearino for Inside Climate News.

Nov 14, 20232 min read
Power Responsibly: E-Bike Battery Disposal in Washington County
Charge up your e-bike responsibly with a guide to safe battery disposal in Washington County!


Nov 14, 20233 min read
Navigating the Clean Energy Era: Insights from Rolf Nordstrom's Keynote Speech
Explore Rolf Nordstrom's keynote revelations on the seismic changes in energy, propelling us into a sustainable future...


Jul 14, 20234 min read
Taking Action to Create a Modernized Electric Grid
Microgrids can help bridge the gap between electricity supply and demand while making use of locally available energy resources.
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