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Another Record-Breaking Bike Drive in the Books - 133 Bikes collected!
This year’s Earth Week Bike Drive at HealthPartners Clinic – Stillwater was an absolute blast—and a resounding success! Hosted in partnership with Lakeview Hospital / HealthPartners and our amazing Sustainable Stillwater MN crew, we collected a whopping 133 bicycles on April 22!
Apr 252 min read


Together for the Planet: An Earth Day Message & Everyday Actions
Your dedication to protecting the environment, supporting our neighbors, and fostering a resilient local economy is what fuels our mission. In honor of Earth Day, we want to share a few simple but powerful tips inspired by NPR that you can put into action right now to help build a more sustainable future.
Apr 222 min read


Your Wellness Compass Joins the Green Business Directory
We’re thrilled to welcome Your Wellness Compass to the Greater Stillwater Area Green Business Directory! Owned and operated by Sarah Filipi, this Blaine-based wellness coaching and consulting business earned an extraordinary 198 out of 200 points on our Green Business Scorecard.
Apr 182 min read


A Creek Runs Through It: Where Art, Nature & Community Flow Together
Celebrating local species, local artists, and the local heroes protecting them.
Apr 92 min read


Breaking the Cycle: How Clean Energy is Winning, Even as the World Heats Up
For the first time, renewables and nuclear made up 80% of new electricity generation last year.
Apr 73 min read


An Explainer for the Joe Rogan Listener in Your Life
If someone is still outright denying what is happening, then they are just arguing for the sake of arguing.
Apr 42 min read


Feasting on the Wild Side: A Foragers’ Dinner to Remember
What happens when you dive into the flavors of the past, exploring the native ingredients that sustained people long before grocery stores?
Apr 33 min read


Three Upcoming Bike Events You Don't Want to Miss!
Spring is here, and that means it’s time to get those bikes ready! Sign up to volunteer & mark your calendars.
Apr 22 min read


Introducing the Green Pages: Your Guide to Sustainable Businesses
The Green Pages is a brand-new resource listing all members of the Greater Stillwater Area Green Business Directory.
Mar 312 min read


Sustainable Stillwater MN Welcomes Erin Korich to the Board of Directors
Erin brings a wealth of leadership experience, a passion for service, and a deep commitment to sustainability to SSMN.
Mar 241 min read


World Water Day 2025: Why Glacier Preservation Matters to Stillwater, Minnesota
Here in Stillwater, we don’t have glaciers in our backyard, but we are deeply connected to the consequences of their disappearance.
Mar 223 min read


Pane in the Glass Webinar
At Sustainable Stillwater MN, we’re committed to educating our community about bird collision prevention.
Mar 212 min read


Welcoming Zoe Yates Photo to the Green Business Directory
Zoe specializes in timeless and nostalgic wedding and family photography with a focus on honest documentation.
Mar 202 min read


Finding Your Role in Climate Action: A New Way to Think About It
People often ask, "What can I do to help address the climate crisis?" But usually, what they mean is, "What's one simple thing I can do?"
Mar 194 min read


Free Food Scraps Pickup Kits at River Market!
River Market has partnered with Washington County’s Food Scraps Pickup Program to make composting easier than ever.
Mar 171 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!
Mar 102 min read


Raptors, Laughs, and a Full House with Biologist Jackie Fallon
With 141 attendees packed into the room, all eyes were on biologist Jackie Fallon as she delivered an entertaining presentation on raptors.
Mar 71 min read


Feathered Fun: A Full House for "Birds of Washington County" with Kyle Te Poel!
What do you get when you mix 80 eager bird lovers, a top-notch guide, and a whole lot of bird talk?
Mar 61 min read


Support Local Agriculture: Join the Cimarron Community Farm CSA and the St. Croix Valley Food Alliance
This month, we’re shining a spotlight on two fantastic organizations that support local, sustainable food systems.
Mar 53 min read


Project BirdSongConnect: Listening to Nature in the St. Croix Valley
Proud to introduce Project BirdSongConnect, a cutting-edge effort to monitor and engage with bird populations across the St. Croix Valley.
Mar 32 min read
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