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PROGRAM UPDATE - Changes to Step 4 & 5 Reporting

As part of GreenStep's efforts to streamline participation and reduce barriers, the GreenStep Cities Steering Committee has adopted new reporting options and requirements for reaching Step 4 and Step 5 of the program in 2026 and beyond. 

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State Competitiveness Funds - Open on a rolling basis

Matching funds for applying for federal funding opportunities requiring a match amount
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Multipurpose Drainage Management Grants - Open until funded

BWSR $ to reduce erosion and flooding and improve water quality
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Climate Smart Communities Initiative grants - Due 3/12

$ for small-medium sized communities at any step in the planning process
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PROGRAM UPDATE - Changes to Community Category Calculator

Check out the NEW calculator to determine your GreenStep Category of A, B, or C.
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Statewide Organics Management Infrastructure Grant - Info webinar 2/11; Due 4/15

MN Climate Smart Food Systems funding to expand capacity for composting source-separated organic materials
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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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Smart Salting Trainings - December-February

MPCA trainings about the impacts of chloride and strategies/tools to reduce chloride pollution without compromising safety or public needs
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