Our House of Sustainability

What We Do
At Sustainable Stillwater MN, our work rests on three interconnected pillars — Economy, Environment, and Community — forming our “House of Sustainability.” Each pillar represents a foundation for creating lasting impact in Stillwater and beyond.
ECONOMY
We strengthen a sustainable local economy through our Green Business Directory, promoting eco-conscious enterprises and encouraging residents to support them. By advancing green jobs, energy efficiency, and sustainable tourism, we show that environmental responsibility drives economic vitality.
ENVIORNMENT
We protect and restore natural ecosystems through initiatives such as Rain Gardens, Bird City, Cigarette Butt Cleanups, Trash Dash, and Adopt-a-Drain. These hands-on programs safeguard waterways, enhance biodiversity, and engage residents in meaningful environmental action.
COMMUNITY
We focus on outreach, inclusion, and engagement. The Energy Team and Cimarron Solar Initiative expand solar and conservation access in low-income areas, while the Transportation Team promotes biking and EV infrastructure for clean mobility. We also partner with schools and programs to inspire young environmental stewards.
ALL PROJECTS

Art Connects Community
These works of art will be exhibited online and in the community, where we hope they will catalyze new connections and conversations that will inspire action and celebrate the many ways people envision a more resilient future. We invite artists of all backgrounds to share their vision of a thriving world.

Bird City Stillwater
The Bird City Stillwater Project focuses on promoting the conservation of local bird species through public education and collaborative efforts. This project engages the community in bird conservation while raising awareness of the impact of environmental factors such as light pollution and invasive species.
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