Join us on April 22 for Navigating Upstream, a gathering and fundraiser focused on the future of Minnesota’s natural places. Your support helps power this work, bringing Minnesotans together, building community, and inspiring stewardship for Minnesota’s land, water, and air.
I try my best to avoid unnecessary food waste by planning ahead, storing food well, using the freezer, getting creative with leftovers, and composting any scraps. Did you know: one third of food in the U.S. goes to waste. These strategies also help keep my weekly food budget low!
Dishwashers are designed to remove dry food from dishes, so there’s no need to use extra water rinsing dishes before they go in the dishwasher.
Opt for combining loads of laundry and cut down on your paper waste.
I’ve switched away from using non-stick cookware after learning about the harmful effects to my health and the chemicals that stick around in our water. Now I use cast iron and stainless steel.
Driving electric cars is one way we can keep our air and water cleaner. Electric vehicles are becoming more common and affordable, so check out the link below for tips on going electric in Minnesota.
Foraging may seem intimidating if you’ve never tried it before, but finding your own berries, mushrooms, onions, leeks, nuts, and more is both rewarding and can even be a quiet and meditative activity. Just be sure to put safety first and start with an experienced forager or guidebook.
Volunteering with a local garden group is a great way to connect with other community members and help maintain green spaces that we all enjoy.
Planting trees and shrubs around your home can help reduce your energy bill, act as a windbreak, and improve air quality for you and your neighbors.
Through the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, groups of all kinds (faith, corporate, youth, clubs, etc.) can organize volunteer days in natural spaces.
Heating and cooling accounts for about half of your energy budget, followed by your water heater, lights, and refrigerator. Learn more about how you can cut your electricity bill in half by switching to heat pumps.
