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MPR News is your source for environment news from Minnesota and across the country.

Getting to Green: Minnesota’s energy future

Getting to Green is an MPR News series that shares stories about Minnesota’s clean energy transition, including what needs to be done to get there.

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A coast-to-coast EV corridor means more charging stations in Minnesota

A coast-to-coast EV corridor means more charging stations in Minnesota

The U.S. Department of Transportation has been planning a coast-to-coast EV corridor that would ensure access to charging stations along major highways across the country.
by Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

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'The fight isn't over': Protesters try to stop Roof Depot demolition

'The fight isn't over': Protesters try to stop Roof Depot demolition

After a day-long occupation, activists say they will keep fighting the impending demolition of the Roof Depot. The Minneapolis city officials say the demolition will take place as scheduled and will be done safely.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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The EPA steps in to take over the East Palestine train derailment cleanup

The EPA steps in to take over the East Palestine train derailment cleanup

Under the legal order, Norfolk Southern is responsible for the costs and cleanup of soil and water contaminated by the release of hazardous chemicals from its derailed train earlier this month.
by Joe Hernandez

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Environmental justice activists continue fight against Roof Depot demolition

Environmental justice activists continue fight against Roof Depot demolition

Activists in south Minneapolis have set up tents to occupy the site of a planned expansion of a city public works facility. They're concerned demolition of the Roof Depot building on the 8.5-acre former superfund site will lead to more pollution in the neighborhood. 
by Jon Collins and Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Eat, fillet, love: Advocates seek more respect for Minnesota's underappreciated fish

Eat, fillet, love: Advocates seek more respect for Minnesota's underappreciated fish

Advocates for native species currently designated as rough fish — from redhorse suckers to bigmouth buffalo — say they provide many ecological benefits. Some also face threats and may need additional regulations.
by Kirsti Marohn

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An activist group is spreading misinformation to stop solar projects in rural America

An activist group is spreading misinformation to stop solar projects in rural America

An NPR/Floodlight investigation found that a longtime Republican insider is stoking solar opposition by spreading bad information about health and environmental risks. Her influence is growing.
by Miranda Green and Michael Copley

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