Please join us in welcoming Brett Sitter to the Board of Directors at Sustainable Stillwater MN! 🌿https://www.sustainablestillwatermn.org/post/welcome-brett-sitter-to-ssmn-s-board-of-directors

February may be ending, but reducing plastic waste doesn’t have to. ♻️ Start today — bring a reusable bag, carry a water bottle, and say no to single-use plastics. Small swaps add up all year long. 💚 #PlasticFree #SustainableLiving www.sustainablestillwatermn.org/post/februar...

Join the movement towards a greener future! Sustainable Stillwater MN is expanding and seeking two individuals to fill part-time roles, driving positive change in our community. Apply now for flexible, meaningful work that aligns with your values: www.sustainablestillwatermn.org/employment-o...

🐝🌿 Please join us in welcoming Honeycomb Cottage MN to the Green Business Directory! This one-of-a-kind bee therapy and wellness cottage blends human healing, pollinator care, and deep eco-stewardship into an experience you won’t find anywhere else. www.sustainablestillwatermn.org/post/welcome...

On Saturday, January 31, 2026, Sustainable Stillwater MN Executive Director Andi Arnold and Board Vice Chair Sirid Kellerman had the opportunity to connect with Ayana Elizabeth Johnson who was in MN as a keynote for The Great Northern Festival. www.sustainablestillwatermn.org/post/finding...

💚 Thank You, Tiffany Parr! 💚We are incredibly grateful to Tiffany Parr for her many years of dedicated service as Treasurer on the SSMN Board. Her leadership and financial expertise helped build the strong foundation we have today.

Despite the cold, the energy at DaVinci Fest was anything but ❄️✨Our board, staff, volunteers, and partners came together to create an interactive Climate Experience. www.sustainablestillwatermn.org/post/ssmn-br...

Invite your neighbors or co-workers, track climate-friendly actions together, and see how small steps can add up to meaningful change for our community. www.sustainablestillwatermn.org/post/create-...

Please join us in welcoming Scott Kneeskern to the Sustainable Stillwater MN Board of Directors! We’re excited to have his skills, passion, and community-focused perspective helping move sustainability forward in our valley. www.sustainablestillwatermn.org/post/welcome...

From eating more plant-based meals to reducing food and plastic waste, small everyday actions can add up to big climate impact. Join Sustainable Stillwater MN’s Clean Energy Challenge to track your progress and see how many tons of CO₂ you save: www.sustainablestillwatermn.org/post/eat-gre...

It’s National Bird Day! 🐦 Birds remind us how connected healthy habitats, clean water, and thriving communities really are. At Sustainable Stillwater MN, protecting nature starts right here—locally. 🌱 #NationalBirdDay #SustainableStillwaterMN #ItStartsRightHere

It Starts Right Here. 💚 Our End-of-Year Giving campaign is live! Join us in supporting a greener, healthier Stillwater and help power our work into 2026. Read the full post + get involved: www.sustainablestillwatermn.org/post/end-of-...

Welcome Rosie Russell to our Board of Directors! Her passion for social sustainability, water stewardship, and community connection makes her an incredible addition. Learn more: www.sustainablestillwatermn.org/post/welcomi...

Welcome Brett Swanson to the Sustainable Stillwater MN Board of Directors! 🌿 We're excited for his passion for community, collaboration, and sustainability. Read more: www.sustainablestillwatermn.org/post/welcome...

Your voice matters! Take the Park Survey and help make Stillwater’s parks more sustainable. us.maptionnaire.com/p/44zvk7mow2n9

Thoroughly energized and inspired by the St. Paul #MN Sun Day gathering! Thanks to all who tabled, volunteered, and attended. The future is #solar #altenergy #community

Washington County, #Minnesota residents! The county would love your input on putting together its brand-new #climate action plan. Please take 5 minutes and share your views - everyone counts! www.surveymonkey.com/r/WashCoCAP

There are events in Minneapolis and St. Paul on 9/21 - Let us know if you're going!

FACT: City zoning is closely tied to climate action! I'm helping to develop an engaging, & actionable zoning reform guide so people can understand why zoning matters. drive.google.com/.../1blqGZL1.... Are you 60+ & care about climate 👉 Please give feedback on the guide: forms.gle/wwCQAyhxuaNB...

Join Sustainable Stillwater MN for September Plant A Seed on Sept 16! 🍷 Learn from Ashley Hausman of So What Wine, sample clean wines, and connect with fellow business leaders. RSVP by Sept 9: www.sustainablestillwatermn.org/event-detail...

The Art Connects Community exhibit is LIVE! 12 talented local artists. Who should win the People’s Choice Award? See the art in Stillwater, MN at Valley Bookseller, Mike & Kat's Other Place, & Matt's Basement, or the online gallery (has link to 🗳️vote): www.sustainablestillwatermn.org/acc-artwork-...

Washington County MN residents - have you taken the survey yet to help inform the county about its Climate Action Plan? www.washingtoncountymn.gov/3799/Climate...

You’re invited to Mission: Possible – An Evening of Climate Action! Join us for our 4th annual fundraiser on Oct 30th. Hear from world-renowned climate expert Dr. Jonathan Foley, enjoy a silent auction, and connect with local changemakers. 💚Get tickets: givebutter.com/c/SSMN-2025

Don't ever think there's nothing you can do to help create a better world and combat #climatechange. @projectdrawdown.bsky.social can show you the way to achieve impact at work!

Join us Sept 20, 10 AM–12 PM at Browns Creek Park for a free Bird Festival! Enjoy live raptors, kids' activities, local exhibitors & a bird costume contest with prizes. All ages welcome! 🐦 👉 www.sustainablestillwatermn.org/event-detail...

"This is the way" 👉 Community solar

@jeffspeck.bsky.social , we're excited to have #StillwaterMN dive into your book and see how easy - and vital - it is to create a more walkable city for all of us. Thank you for this important, yet accessible tool! www.sustainablestillwatermn.org/post/walkabl...

30 Lake Elmo households are now saving 10-20% on their electric bills — all thanks to community solar. Learn how @sustainablestillwatermn.org & partners helped make clean energy becomes possible for this community: www.cleanenergyresourceteams.org/story/commun...

(2/2) All county residents are eligible. Free Product Rooms are in Forest Lake & Woodbury. For locations, hrs: WashCoRecycles.com/EnviroCenter. Scrap metal: call ahead to make an appointment, 651-275-7475 sustainablestillwatermn.org/art-connect

(1/2) NEW $$ PRIZES for #Art Connects #Community event!! Washington County, MN is sponsoring awards for 2D & 3D art that incorporates materials from their Environmental Centers (must be at least 50% of the overall creation). Details in 2/2

"Imagine going to the doctor because you're sick. The doctor gives you medicine that not only makes you feel better—but also puts money in your pocket. That’s what solving climate change is like: you slow global warming and gain health benefits, create jobs, boost energy independence, etc."

An excellent summary of what is, and isn't, happening in corporate #sustainability. Worth a read - and taking a deeper dive via the links provided.

St. Croix Valley MN: It's time to reveal your artistic side! Registration for Art Connects Community is LIVE!

Here's something you want to hear every mayor say: "The idea of #sustainability and #resilience is part of who we are...for [our city], it's really become part of our culture." - Mayor Brad Cavanaugh of Dubuque, Iowa speaking at the #Midwest #Climate Summit

I had such a good time at the celebration of 25 years of CERTs with @mncerts.bsky.social yesterday! The whole place was suffused with positivity, hope, empathy, perseverance, and a collaborative spirit. Made some new connections, too!

Fix it, don't toss it! #Reuse #repair Washington County #MN is offering their next #FixIt clinic this Saturday in Stillwater. Find out more: www.washingtoncountymn.gov/3776/Fix-It-...

When we learn new information, we update our guidance: That's good evidence-based practice! Hence, No Mow May is updated to #NoMowSummer. Read on to understand why it's important for #pollinators and #resilient yards: www.sustainablestillwatermn.org/post/time-to...

@billmckibben.bsky.social giving the talk at #NYU we needed this #EarthDay. Can't wait to see what www.sunday.earth promises later this year!

The #Sustainable #StillwaterMN Valley Eco Fair is THIS Sat. 4/26 11-1 PM at Pine Point Park on the North Hill! All ages welcome. Food trucks, EVs, games, vendors, music, art - all we need now is YOU!

Headphones on, full screen, peace out and remember why we love and must protect our beautiful planet #Earth. www.youtube.com/watch?v=fC61...

What's this going to look like when it's finished? That depends on YOU! Stop by the #Sustainable #StillwaterMN Ideation Creation Station at our EcoFair on Sat, 4/26 & contribute to this #community work of #art. We can't wait to see what you all will come up with!

#Motonormativity: Just because our culture is steeped in it doesn't mean it's a genius solution or an inescapable way of being. It's neither. #Reimagine #streets

#WWJD? Study: #Christian leaders can influence #climate action if they let their beliefs be known. Most accept human-driven #climate change but ~1/2 never mention it to congregations...But knowing rel. leaders' CC opinions impacts people's thoughts & actions! theconversation.com/research-sho...

Have you read our latest blog post about how to talk to skeptics & deniers about #climate change? #science and #truth have never been more urgently needed. 😜 www.sustainablestillwatermn.org/post/an-expl...

Find out how YOU can become a modern-day patron of the (local) arts by supporting SSMN's first-ever "Art Connects Communities" event! We aim to engage people of all ages in a visual conversation about a shared and hopeful future. Learn more & give here: givebutter.com/SSMN-Art-Con...

Rural leaders push Congress to unfreeze climate and environmental funds www.npr.org/2025/03/31/n...

Exciting news! Project Drawdown receives $750k grant to support our new Drawdown Nexus project -- which looks for solutions to climate change, biodiversity loss, and human wellbeing. drawdown.org/news/partner...

Excited for the Global #Disability Summit (Berlin) this Tues & Weds: esp. presentations about the #Resilient & Inclusive Cities Hub; Building Future Ready, Inclusive Infrastructure for All; & The Road to #Inclusive #Climate Action. Program, livestream link: www.globaldisabilitysummit.org

We 👏 Sun Prairie WI for powering 💯% municipal ops w. 💯% #renewable electricity. City sustainability/resilience mgr. Daily: “we are leading by example so that our residents & businesses can follow in our footsteps.” www.wpr.org/news/wisconsin-cities-powering-municipal-operations-renewable-electricity

There are many paths to reducing #ghg greenhouse gas emissions. @projectdrawdown.bsky.social's Christina Swanson describes levers for individuals to make systemic change. Even as federal policy regresses, many other levers still exist! Where can you make a difference? drawdown.org/insights/all...