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2 days ago
2 min

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.

3 days ago
3 min

Be Part of the Excitement: Donate to Our Silent Auction for Sustainability Works! 2024

Your donation will not only help raise critical funds for our ongoing initiatives but also offer fantastic exposure for your business.

6 days ago
2 min

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 29
2 min

7 Rules for Safer Trails: What You Missed at Brown’s Creek Trail Safety Event!

Learn about the 7 key guidelines for trail sharing, event highlights, and how you can get involved in making our trails safer for everyone.

Aug 28
2 min

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 27
2 min

Unpacking Privilege: How Recognizing White Privilege Can Advance Environmental and Social Justice

Environmental issues are inextricably linked to social justice, and understanding the role of privilege is key to addressing both.

Aug 22
3 min

Demonstration Rain Garden at 510 Owens Street South

Discover the transformation of the rain garden at 510 Owens Street S project that revitalizes native plants and supports local wildlife.

Aug 21
1 min

Volunteers Gather to Maintain Bird-Friendly Garden at Browns Creek Park

Multiple community volunteers gathered to maintain the Bird-Friendly Native Prairie Garden at Browns Creek Park.

Aug 20
2 min

162 Scout Troop Rain Garden Weeding and Mulch-Spreading Workday | July 20th

On July 20, 2024, Troop 162 dedicated their time to maintaining their rain gardens despite a camping weekend.

Aug 19
2 min

How Morris, MN, became a model for rural sustainability

Discover how Morris, MN—a conservative farm town—achieved remarkable sustainability by focusing on cost-saving green initiatives.

Aug 16
3 min

What is the Mysterious IRA Program Money?

$4.3 billion in federal grants from the Inflation Reduction Act is set to cut U.S. emissions by nearly 1 billion metric tons through 2050.

Aug 15
2 min

Help Stillwater Reach Its Energy Goals: Join the Energy Action Plan Kickoff!

Join us for the Energy Action Plan Kickoff Meeting on Thursday, August 15th, from 5:30 - 7:00 PM at Stillwater City Hall.

Aug 13
5 min

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
2 min

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.

Aug 6
2 min

Donate Your Extra Mobility Devices During Bridge The Valley

Donate your unused mobility devices at the Bridge the Valley Bike Rally on August 11th to support Crutches 4 Africa.

Aug 1
8 min

Work Area Update August 2024

SSMN is making strides across all areas - These combined efforts aim to build a more sustainable, resilient, and inclusive community.

Jul 26
1 min

Ami Voeltz Represents SSMN at United Way DEI Taskforce Meeting

Ami Voeltz attended a United Way of Washington County-East (UWWCE) DEI Taskforce meeting this past month representing SSMN.

Jul 24
2 min

July Update on the Solar for Cimarron Project

Linda Countryman shares progress, reaching the halfway mark with community engagement.

Jul 24
2 min

Celebrating a Grant Award from the St. Croix Valley Foundation

We are thrilled to announce that Sustainable Stillwater MN has been awarded $2,500 from the St. Croix Valley Environmental Grant Program.

Jul 22
2 min

Credit Where It's Due: Applauding the MPCA's Efforts Against Pollution

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) has recently taken significant steps to enforce air quality standards at Northern Iron.