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Virtual Open Office Hours - Every Tuesday 8:30-9:30

Questions about GreenStep and/or Gold Leaf? Stop in!
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2026 Climate Action Framework - Webinar 10/22; Feedback Due 11/9

Provide feedback on Minnesota's draft CAF
Related to: Announcement, Climate
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2025 Climate Planning Survey - Due ASAP

Help steer development of guidance and model resources for planners and sustainability staff address pressing climate issue
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Hydration Station Grants - Due 11/14

MDH $ to install filtered water stations in schools, community centers, non-profits, clinics, etc.
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Environmental Assistance Loans - Ongoing

0% interest loans for small business capital costs (machinery and equipment) for waste and pollution prevention
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Small Business Environmental Improvement Loans - Ongoing

0% interest loans to improve business practices to meet or exceed environmental regulations
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Brownfield Assessment Grants - ongoing

MPCA $ for brownfield investigation to support redevelopment and reuse
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Small Cities Development Program - Due 11/26

MN DEED $ for cities with fewer than 50,000 residents for projects that benefit low-to-moderate-income households
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ReLeaf Grants - Due 11/11

DNR $ for tree inventory, planting, assessment, maintenance, treatment, improvement, protection, wood utilization, and restoration
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