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Getting to Green: Minnesota’s energy future

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State watchdog office criticizes PUC’s public participation process

State watchdog office criticizes PUC’s public participation process

The Minnesota Office of the Legislative Auditor released a report criticizing the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission, saying the state’s utility regulator has not done a good job helping the public — particularly Native communities — participate in its complex proceedings.
by Dan Kraker

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COVID-19 brings surge of visitors — and some messes — to BWCA

COVID-19 brings surge of visitors — and some messes — to BWCA

The BWCA and the surrounding Superior National Forest in far northern Minnesota are seeing a surge in visitors this summer. With activities canceled and other trips on hold, vacationers are flocking to the area for the kinds of outdoors getaways that naturally allow for social distancing. That's good news for outfitters. But some of those campers are wreaking havoc.
by Dan Kraker

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Warming winters are putting North Shore property owners on edge — literally

Warming winters are putting North Shore property owners on edge — literally

Wetter, warmer weather brought about by climate change appears to be hastening lakeshore erosion, and it’s putting some cabins precariously close to the water’s edge.
by Paul Huttner and Megan Burks

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Taking down its 'own monuments,' Sierra Club assesses the racism of John Muir

Taking down its 'own monuments,' Sierra Club assesses the racism of John Muir

Citing anti-racism protests, the group said it was reexamining the legacy of its founder and the racist views he espoused. The Sierra Club also noted early members included prominent eugenicists.
by Jason Slotkin

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Trump looks to curb landmark environmental act for projects

Trump looks to curb landmark environmental act for projects

President Donald Trump announce changes Wednesday to the National Environmental Policy Act's regulations for how and when authorities must conduct environmental reviews, making it easier to build highways, pipelines, chemical plants and other projects.
by The Associated Press

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