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September 14-19, 2026
Climate Action Starts Here.
Valley Climate Action Week is a community-wide celebration of the people, partnerships, and projects creating a more resilient and sustainable St. Croix Valley. Throughout the week, residents, businesses, nonprofits, schools, and local governments are invited to come together to learn, volunteer, connect, and take meaningful action.
Hosted by Sustainable Stillwater MN, this collaborative initiative showcases how climate solutions happen at the local level—through neighbors helping neighbors and organizations working together toward a shared future.
Whether you're attending one event or participating all week long, there's a place for you to get involved.
Support Valley Climate Action Week
Valley Climate Action Week is made possible through the generosity of sponsors, donors, and community partners who believe in creating a healthier, more connected future for the St. Croix Valley.
SPONSORS
IN-KIND PARTNERS
Interested in supporting this community-wide celebration? Sponsorship opportunities help expand programming, improve accessibility, and create meaningful experiences for participants throughout the week.
Not ready to become a sponsor? Individual donations of any size help Sustainable Stillwater MN continue building local climate solutions and empowering community action year-round.
Explore the Week
Every day highlights a different aspect of sustainability while celebrating the partners and community members making an impact across the Valley.
Monday, Sept 14th
Valley Network Day
Connecting people, ideas, and action
Kick off the week by celebrating collaboration across the St. Croix Valley. Monday brings together residents, organizations, and leaders who are building stronger communities through creativity, conversation, and shared purpose, while also highlighting the Green Business Directory and the businesses helping lead the way toward a more sustainable future.
Tuesday, Sept 15th
Land & Water Stewardship Day
Caring for the places we all share
Healthy ecosystems are the foundation of thriving communities. Tuesday highlights the projects and partnerships that protect our rivers, lakes, habitats, parks, and neighborhoods while encouraging stewardship and care for the places we all share.
Wednesday, Sept 16th
Transportation Day
Moving toward a cleaner future
Transportation choices shape our health, economy, and environment. Wednesday showcases sustainable mobility through community rides, educational opportunities, and ideas that make it easier to travel with a lower environmental impact.
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Thursday, Sept 17th
Celebration of Science & Sustainability
Celebrating leadership and looking ahead
Join us for an evening that celebrates the people, ideas, and organizations helping build a more sustainable future. Connect with others, explore local sustainability efforts, recognize community leadership, and support our mission.
PLEASE register by September 10th.
Friday, Sept 18th
Community Leadership Day
Working together for lasting change
Climate solutions are powered by people. Friday highlights the businesses, nonprofits, volunteers, educators, and local leaders who are creating lasting change through collaboration and service across the Valley.
Saturday, Sept 19th
Bird City Festival Day
A joyful finale for the whole community
The week concludes with a family-friendly celebration of nature, conservation, and community spirit. Visitors can discover local organizations, enjoy interactive experiences, connect with green businesses, and celebrate the biodiversity and environmental leadership found throughout the St. Croix Valley.
