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Environmental News

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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Researchers find insecticides widespread in Minnesota lakes and rivers

Researchers find insecticides widespread in Minnesota lakes and rivers

A widely used class of insecticides is found at low levels in Minnesota lakes and streams, according to to research from the University of Minnesota. The potential impact on aquatic life is still to be unraveled.
by Dan Gunderson

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Biden introduces his climate team, says 'no time to waste'

Biden introduces his climate team, says 'no time to waste'

Just as the United States has needed a unified, national response to COVID-19, it needs one for dealing with climate change, President-elect Joe Biden said Saturday as he rolled out key members of his environmental team.
by The Associated Press

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Minnesota moves ahead with 'clean car' rules

Minnesota moves ahead with 'clean car' rules

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency plans to publish a draft rule on Monday requiring carmakers to make more zero-emissions vehicles available for sale in the state. The goal is to reduce Minnesota’s greenhouse gas emissions, but auto dealers and some lawmakers argue it will drive up the cost of cars and trucks.
by Dan Kraker

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Biden to nominate Brenda Mallory to run Council on Environmental Quality

Biden to nominate Brenda Mallory to run Council on Environmental Quality

Mallory, an Obama veteran, would take the helm at a White House office where she worked as former general counsel. The CEQ is seen as critical to address climate change and environmental equity.
by Neela Banerjee and Rebecca Hersher

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How to have a more environmentally friendly holiday

How to have a more environmentally friendly holiday

The holidays are filled with beautifully wrapped gifts, colorful string lights and delicious food. Most of these items will end up in the trash and head straight for a landfill. Here’s a guide on how you can have a more sustainable holiday.
by Darian Leddy

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Climate One series year-end review: Climate change in a year of many crises

Climate One series year-end review: Climate change in a year of many crises

For the first time ever, climate change helped to galvanize a record number of voters to elect Joe Biden to the Presidency. How has the focus on climate change shifted in a year shaped by multiple social and economic crises? In this special episode, host Greg Dalton looks back at the climate stories of 2020.
by MPR News Staff

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