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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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Why you should celebrate World Bee Day

Why you should celebrate World Bee Day

The U.N. has designated May 20 as the day to celebrate these famous pollinators. "There are 20,000 species of bees around the world and a lot of these bees are in decline," says bee expert Hien Ngo.
by Avie Schneider

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The Greener Good series: How does business adapt?

The Greener Good series: How does business adapt?

You want your company to go green. You understand the science, and you support sustainability. But what’s the best strategy?

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Will Steger's 1989 route across Antarctica no longer exists

Will Steger's 1989 route across Antarctica no longer exists

A new film looks at how the explorer's observations in Antarctica have pushed the conversation about climate change forward.
by Paul Huttner

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How colleges are preparing the next generation for climate change and sustainability

How colleges are preparing the next generation for climate change and sustainability

At the University of Minnesota Crookston, the next generation of climate scientists, policymakers and activists is learning how to reach sustainability goals set forth by the United Nations.
by Paul Huttner

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Why Ford unveiling an electric F-150 is a big deal

Why Ford unveiling an electric F-150 is a big deal

The auto industry is embracing the pivot toward electric vehicles. Will consumers hop on board? Ford is introducing an electric F-150 pickup, called Lightning, at a pivotal moment.
by Camila Domonoske

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Boundary Waters blaze could be sign of busy wildfire season

Boundary Waters blaze could be sign of busy wildfire season

Rain and humidity slowed a wildfire burning in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, but the fast-growing blaze threatened some seasonal cabins Tuesday. Some living in northeastern Minnesota wonder if it's a sign of more fires to come.
by Dan Kraker

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A tornado tore through north Mpls. 10 years ago; limited support prolonged recovery process

A tornado tore through north Mpls. 10 years ago; limited support prolonged recovery process

The 2011 storm killed two men, uprooted thousands of trees and damaged buildings. A strong effort has been made to reforest the north side of Minneapolis after the tornado, but tree growth takes time. And in the limited federal response, some see evidence of environmental racism.

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Boundary Waters wildfire grows to more than 1,600 acres

Boundary Waters wildfire grows to more than 1,600 acres

A wildfire burning in a remote section of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness has grown substantially since it was discovered Monday.
by Dan Kraker

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