Minnesota

Minnesota Reflections on the 2024 Election

November 15, 2024 | By Avonna Starck

As the dust settles on this year’s election, it’s clear that we’re at a critical juncture in the movement to protect our environment and public health. Although the political landscape may feel uncertain, this moment calls for resilience, collaboration, and creativity. Our dedication to a sustainable, healthy future for all must remain steadfast.

Brunch for Better in Minnesota

October 6, 2024 | Minneapolis, MN

Brunch for Better! Join us IN PERSON at the beautiful Dakota Jazz Club & Restaurant on Sunday, October 6th for Clean Water Action’s 2024 Minnesota Celebration.

Passing Amara’s Law: How a decade-long friendship between a Democrat and Republican made a difference in Minnesota

December 8, 2023 | By Avonna Starck

We all deserve safe and clean water, regardless of which party is in the majority or the zip code we live in. We all want legislators who support bills promoting the health and safety of our communities. PFAS were developed in Minnesota and now — driven by our cross-aisle friendship — they’re ending in Minnesota.

A Summer Summary: My Minnesota Clean Water Internship

August 14, 2023 | By Alex Perez

After interning at Clean Water Action, I have been able to learn so much and improve my understanding of how our organization works and fits in as a larger piece of the nonprofit world. By educating yourself about the surrounding community, inspiring care in not only you but those around you, can go the distance to make sure we are able to elevate everyone.

How To Be A Spokesperson: Speaking on Sustainability

July 20, 2023 | By Alex Perez

Effective communication is an essential part to advancing our mission of protecting the precious resource of water for future generations. Those skills are on display in Minnesota reaching out to restaurants about switching to reusable foodware with our ReThink Disposable program!

Alex Perez and Chloe Kintop pose with informational flyers about ReThink Disposable

Plastic pollution in water, including plastic bag

Ban Minnesota's Ban on Plastic Bag Bans!

Ending the plastic bag preemption will protect Minnesota waters, keep thousands of toxic chemicals out of our environment, save taxpayer dollars, and restore local control and autonomy. Life in plastic - not fantastic. Act now!