Awards for Excellence in Sustainability - Due 1/12
APA award that honors those projects, policies, plans, and people who show exemplary leadership and inspiration in sustainability planning and implementation
Announcement
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.
PROGRAM UPDATE - Changes to Community Category Calculator
Check out the NEW calculator to determine your GreenStep Category of A, B, or C.
Seeking MN fleets to participate in electrification interconnection - 10/28
Are you purchasing two+ EVs and charging infrastructure within the next 6 months? Get no-cost smart Smart Charging Management System!
Prevention of Wasted Food & Food Rescue Grants - COMING SOON!
MPCA $ for organics management infrastructure and programming, revolving loan program, and food-to-livestock projects
Biochar Demonstrations - 10/30 (St. Louis Park); 11/7 (Duluth)
Join Great River Greening for a demo on turning buckthorn to biochar
2026 Climate Action Framework - Webinar 10/22; Feedback Due 11/9
Provide feedback on Minnesota's draft CAF
2025 Climate Planning Survey - Due 11/14
Help steer development of guidance and model resources for planners and sustainability staff address pressing climate issue
Environmental Commissions Virtual Forum - RECAP
Join fellow volunteer commissioners/ task force/ committee/ etc. members to connect on this year's topic: chloride (salt) pollution in our communities
Midwest Climate Resilience Conference - 10/20-22 (Milwaukee, WI)
Regional gathering on climate adaptation and resilience organized by the UofM Climate Adaptation Partnership