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Sep 23, 20242 min read
Bird Fest 2024 Recap: A Day of Feathers, Fun, and Hail
Bird Fest 2024 - A success despite rain and hail! Held at Browns Creek Park, the event brought nature lovers together to celebrate birds.
Sep 18, 20242 min read
Rotary Rain Garden Reset – August 27, 2024
Five dedicated volunteers Stillwater Noontime Rotary, with support from SSMN, successfully restored a local rain garden.
Sep 15, 20244 min read
Food Scraps Pickup Program Expanding to Stillwater on October 1st, 2024
Learn about Washington County's expanded Food Scraps Pickup Program and why it matters.
Sep 13, 20242 min read
High School Volunteers Make a Big Impact on Local Rain Gardens
Two high school volunteers help restore rain gardens, reducing weed growth and engaging the community in environmental stewardship.
Sep 10, 20242 min read
Breaking the Cycle: The Urgent Need to Electrify Efficiently
As the demand for electricity soars, we risk undermining progress in clean energy unless we act now.
Sep 9, 20243 min read
Be Part of the Excitement: Donate to Our Silent Auction for Sustainability Works! 2024
Your donation will not only help raise critical funds for our ongoing initiatives but also offer fantastic exposure for your business.
Sep 6, 20242 min read
Becker's Transition from Coal to Solar
How Becker, Minnesota, is transitioning from coal to renewable energy and what lessons we can learn from them.
Aug 29, 20242 min read
7 Rules for Safer Trails: What You Missed at Brown’s Creek Trail Safety Event!
Learn about the 7 key guidelines for trail sharing, event highlights, and how you can get involved in making our trails safer for everyone.
Aug 28, 20242 min read
Exciting Advances in EV Battery Technology: A Glimpse into the Future
EV ranges are set to increase dramatically over the next few years, and by 2030 EVs will surpass gasoline-powered vehicles with range.
Aug 27, 20242 min read
Unpacking Privilege: How Recognizing White Privilege Can Advance Environmental and Social Justice
Environmental issues are inextricably linked to social justice, and understanding the role of privilege is key to addressing both.
Aug 22, 20243 min read
Demonstration Rain Garden at 510 Owens Street South
Discover the transformation of the rain garden at 510 Owens Street S project that revitalizes native plants and supports local wildlife.
Aug 21, 20241 min read
Volunteers Gather to Maintain Bird-Friendly Garden at Browns Creek Park
Multiple community volunteers gathered to maintain the Bird-Friendly Native Prairie Garden at Browns Creek Park.
Aug 20, 20242 min read
162 Scout Troop Rain Garden Weeding and Mulch-Spreading Workday | July 20th
On July 20, 2024, Troop 162 dedicated their time to maintaining their rain gardens despite a camping weekend.
Aug 19, 20242 min read
How Morris, MN, became a model for rural sustainability
Discover how Morris, MN—a conservative farm town—achieved remarkable sustainability by focusing on cost-saving green initiatives.
Aug 16, 20243 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 15, 20242 min read
Help Stillwater Reach Its Energy Goals: Join the Energy Action Plan Kickoff!
Join us for the Energy Action Plan Kickoff Meeting on Thursday, August 15th, from 5:30 - 7:00 PM at Stillwater City Hall.
Aug 13, 20245 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 8, 20242 min read
Big River Farms: Leading the Way in Sustainable Agriculture and Solar Energy
Big River Farms, a member of the Green Business Directory, has achieved national recognition by winning the Solar Farm of the Year award.
Aug 6, 20242 min read
Donate Your Extra Mobility Devices During Bridge The Valley
Donate your unused mobility devices at the Bridge the Valley Bike Rally on August 11th to support Crutches 4 Africa.
Aug 1, 20248 min read
Work Area Update August 2024
SSMN is making strides across all areas - These combined efforts aim to build a more sustainable, resilient, and inclusive community.
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