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Bike Lanes Work — And the Data Is Clear
At the 2025 World Economy Summit, U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy had a chance to support safer, cleaner, and more equitable transportation infrastructure. Instead, he grumbled about “bikes” like they were an inconvenience — not a vital, growing part of a healthy transportation system.
May 32 min read


Discover How Your Purchases Shape Politics: The Power of Goods Unite Us
Every dollar you spend speaks louder than you think. Let’s ensure our dollars reflect our values and create more transparency.
Dec 20, 20242 min read


The ‘Forgotten Greenhouse Gas’ - Time to Act on Nitrous Oxide Emissions
Discover why nitrous oxide, the 'forgotten greenhouse gas,' is gaining attention as emissions rise.
Oct 7, 20242 min read


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 16, 20243 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 13, 20245 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?
Jul 15, 20242 min read


Sustainable Stillwater MN Signs On to Support the 100% Carbon-Free Law
SSMN is supporting a truly clean and equitable energy future by ensuring Minnesota's 100% Carbon Free Law lives up to its promise.
Jul 11, 20243 min read


Overhauling Recycling in Minnesota
Discover how Minnesota's groundbreaking recycling legislation could reshape daily life for Stillwater residents and businesses.
Jul 4, 20243 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 18, 20242 min read


Minnesota's People Over Parking Act Creates a More Sustainable Urban Landscape
Minnesota's People Over Parking Act: Breaking barriers, fostering sustainability. How parking reforms connect to climate action.
Feb 5, 20242 min read


What the IRA Means for Contractors and Electrification
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), signed into law in August 2022, includes $200 million in electrification and energy efficiency contractor
May 24, 20231 min read


Executive orders call for a transition to 100 percent carbon-free electricity
Looking ahead to the rest of 2023, I’m wondering which states are most likely to join the 100 percent club with new laws. I asked a bunch of
Feb 23, 20238 min read


Governor Walz Signs Bill Moving Minnesota to 100 Percent Clean Energy by 2040
On Feb. 7 Governor Tim Walz, alongside legislators, labor, and environmental advocates at the St. Paul Regional Labor Center. signed into la
Feb 22, 20232 min read


Inflation Reduction Act Delivers Affordable Clean Energy for Minnesota
It will lower energy costs for households and businesses, create manufacturing jobs for American workers, and deliver a clean, secure, and h
Sep 9, 20222 min read


Is It Getting Hot in Here or Is It Just Me?
Looking out the window at the bright green grass of Thanksgiving of 2021 in Stillwater, it’s evident climate change is upon us. The news fro
Nov 23, 20212 min read


SD39 Lawmakers Voting Record on Climate/Energy in 2021
Sustainable Stillwater MN values civic engagement and believe it’s our duty to inform you about the status of legislation that could directl
Oct 8, 20214 min read
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