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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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Montana youths win case against the state for climate change harms

Montana youths win case against the state for climate change harms

A legal victory this week for 16 young people who sued the state of Montana over their right to a “clean and healthful environment”, as laid out in the state constitution. So, what’s next?
by Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

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A year in, landmark U.S. climate policy drives energy transition but hurdles remain

A year in, landmark U.S. climate policy drives energy transition but hurdles remain

One year ago, President Joe Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act into law, directing hundreds of billions of dollars to speed the transition away from fossil fuels.
by Rachel Waldholz

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Environmental activists rally against Hennepin Energy Recovery Center trash incinerator

Environmental activists rally against Hennepin Energy Recovery Center trash incinerator

Environmental justice groups in Minneapolis want to end trash burning in Minneapolis. They spoke Tuesday at a Hennepin County Board meeting and afterwards at a rally against the Hennepin Energy Recovery Center, or HERC.
by Regina Medina

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A new fast-growing tree species out of Minnesota may be part of a climate change solution

A new fast-growing tree species out of Minnesota may be part of a climate change solution

A new cottonwood-poplar hybrid tree from the University of Minnesota can grow up to eight feet per year. Scientists hope the tree will meet the need for more shade in the state.
by Cathy Wurzer and Ellen Finn

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Death toll on Maui climbs to 96, as questions over island's emergency response grow

Death toll on Maui climbs to 96, as questions over island's emergency response grow

Rescue teams continue to search for survivors on the Hawaiian island after wildfires destroyed much of the historic town of Lahaina. Over 1,400 people remain in emergency evacuation shelters.
by Juliana Kim

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