Do you have input regarding the University of Minnesota Twin Cities' Stormwater Pollution Prevention Program? Submit your feedback using this public comment form, open year-round. Learn more about the U of M stormwater program.

Research results recently published in Nature show that global forest lands could store enough carbon to soak up one-third of annual fossil fuel emissions for decades to come. But only after significant conservation, restoration, and sustainable management practices are implemented. 

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Facilities Management’s Landcare team is the primary snow removal service provider for the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus, responsible for clearing nearly 100 miles of streets and walkways, and over 100 acres of parking surfaces. Learn more:

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Join our speaker from the Great Plains Institute, Aaron Backs, to learn more about all things energy efficiency!

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The U.S. energy transition is arriving faster than you think. But the move toward solar is global: a recent study from Nature expects solar to be the cheapest source of electricity in almost all countries by 2027. Along with its arrival, clean energy prices are expected to become cheaper than fossil fuel options. 

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Trees are showing their spectacular fall colors across Minnesota. This year, the changing leaves have come early due to the stresses of ongoing drought. Drought, flooding and higher temperatures associated with climate change are all factors prompting University of Minnesota experts to think about the future of our forests.

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A new variety of apple has been released by the University of Minnesota apple breeding program. Named Kudos, this new apple will be available to the public in coming years. 

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Join our speakers from Drive Electric MN, Alejandro Nakpil and Moaz Uddin, to talk about the benefits of EVs, the current market, and climate impacts. Learn more and Register!

The Office of Sustainability's Living Laboratory program is BACK! Living Labs seek to transform otherwise unused space on campus into opportunities to learn, research, and innovate sustainability on campus. Applications are now open to students, staff, and faculty. Learn more and apply here.