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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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Oil spill cleanup impedes major Texas ship channel

The cleanup of an unknown amount of thick, sticky oil that spilled into the Galveston Bay blocked the movement of about 60 ships, including three cruise ships, between the Gulf of Mexico and one of the world's busiest petrochemical transportation waterways.
by The Associated Press

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Hunters allowed to take snow geese this spring

The annual snow goose migration is underway and the federal agency is allowing states to help control the species' population and prevent further habitat degradation.
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DNR warns spring thaw could contaminate wells

DNR officials say flood waters and runoff contain bacteria and other contaminants. Wells located in pits, basements and low-lying areas are particularly susceptible.
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Bison could come to Minneopa State Park

Bison could come to Minneopa State Park

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is considering bringing bison to Minneopa State Park in Mankato.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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River runoff on rise, but corps says there's room

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers officials say runoff into Lake Sakakawea is projected to be higher than normal, but there is ample storage in the Missouri River reservoirs to handle the water.
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Water scarcity presents opportunity for Minnesota companies

Water scarcity presents opportunity for Minnesota companies

Although concerns about sustainable water use is usually considered a problem, they also can present a business opportunity. That’s the topic for a “water technology summit” the state Department of Employment and Economic Development is holding on Tuesday.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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Even in region with abundant water, residents turn to bottles and try to conserve

Even in region with abundant water, residents turn to bottles and try to conserve

Southeastern Minnesota has plentiful groundwater sources, but the geology in the region makes some of those sources vulnerable to contamination. So cities deal with the challenge by looking for clean water and urging conservation.
by Elizabeth Baier

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State approves new frac sand mining standards

State approves new frac sand mining standards

The voluntary standards address a wide range of issues, including the effect of mining operations how they transport sand on air quality, noise level, roads and bridges.
by Elizabeth Baier

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Westminster Town Hall Forum: Sierra Club's Michael Brune

Westminster Town Hall Forum: Sierra Club's Michael Brune

Sierra Club executive director Michael Brune speaks at the Westminster Town Hall Forum in Minneapolis about "Protecting Wild Places." He's the author of "Coming Clean: Breaking America's Addiction to Oil and Coal."

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