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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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Listen to Climate Cast, the MPR News podcast all about our changing climate and its impact in Minnesota and worldwide.

Scouting wildflowers in Minnesota's prairie

Scouting wildflowers in Minnesota's prairie

With summer in full swing, it's a great time to get out and see Minnesota's wildflowers in bloom -- especially on the prairie. Wildflower guide authors Phyllis Root and Kelly Povo have tips on some prime places to find them.
by Cathy Wurzer and Phil Picardi

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Scientists and kids work hard so we can survive climate change

Scientists and kids work hard so we can survive climate change

Climate change has lasting effects on how we get our food, how much water is available to us and how we go about our day to day lives. It's a lot to navigate, but scientists from the University of Minnesota are here to help. That and more on this episode of Climate Cast.
by Paul Huttner

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Northfield says 1 million gallons of wastewater entered Cannon River from treatment plant

From Northfield News: The city of Northfield Tuesday issued an advisory to the public to avoid direct contact with the Cannon River downstream of Northfield after a broken PVC pipe at the city's treatment plant caused approximately 1 million gallons of wastewater to pour into the river.

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Residents want extra scrutiny on proposed Fillmore County sow farm

Residents want extra scrutiny on proposed Fillmore County sow farm

Residents are concerned about manure leaking into groundwater, which people rely on for their drinking water. Several of those opposed to the farm have private wells, some of which already have high nitrate levels from farm runoff.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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Many common sunscreens may harm coral. Here's what to use instead

Many common sunscreens may harm coral. Here's what to use instead

Hawaii is about to ban the sale of sunscreens containing certain chemicals which have been shown to harm coral reefs. Environmentalists urge a switch to mineral-based products.
by April Fulton

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Protesters continue fight to stop Line 3 oil pipeline in Minnesota

Protesters continue fight to stop Line 3 oil pipeline in Minnesota

"I was so disappointed by the decision that the PUC made that certified the need for this pipeline because we don't need it," protester Tracy Kugler said. "We can generate power in so many other, better ways."
by Nina Moini

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