Sustainability Work Program in Bloomington, MN

The City of Bloomington’s Sustainability Work Program outlines ongoing and new sustainable initiatives, which on June 2, 2013, the City Council identified for implementation in the next three years.

http://www.ci.bloomington.mn.us/main_top/3_homecomm/environ/environ.htm#workprog

Added Oct. 5, 2013

 

Community Solar Presentation

Join the Bush Lake Izaak Walton Chapter for a program on community solar gardens

7515 Izaak Walton Road, Bloomington 55438 (off of East Bush Lake Road)

Sunday, October 6 5-6:30 pm

4:00-5:00 Annual Meeting of the membership to conduct the business of the chapter and elect officers and directors for 2014.  Open to Bush Lake Izaak Walton Members Only

5:00-6:30 Potluck and Presentation on Community Solar Gardens by Dustin Denison of Minnesota Community Solar Open to the Public

As a result of a 2013 MN legislative act, electricity consumers can now get energy from solar PV without having to install panels on their own roof or property.  They receive credits on their monthly electric bills and savings for the duration of their subscriptions.  Best of all, consumers can increase their energy independence, cut their carbon footprint, and support businesses that are providing manufacturing, engineering and installation jobs right here in Minnesota, all without using fossil fuels that are destroying our planet.  This provides opportunities for subscribers, investors, and sites that have excellent solar potential.  For more information go to:  http://mncommunitysolar.com/

Potluck: We’ll provide apple cider, condiments, plasticware and a lighted grill.  Bring something to grill and a dish to pass.  

As always, we look forward to seeing you again.

John Crampton

Pres. Bush Lake IKEs

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Xcel Energy plan to steer solar gardens

September 27, 2013

By Brian Bakst from AP

About Minnesota’s new energy laws.

http://minnesota.publicradio.org/display/web/2013/09/27/environment/xcel-energy-solar-gardens

Bloomington Sustainability Fair- September 28, 2013

Hope you did not miss Bloomington’s first sustainability fair!

Everyone is up for a good time with hands-on learning, amusing games, instructive demonstrations, and informative conversations surrounding sustainability.

Over 20 resource organizations specializing in energy, environmental health, water, transportation, waste reduction, and gardening participated in the event.  See the Link and Resource page for a listing if you want further information or to connect with them.

You can still get your home prepped for winter by signing up for a discounted Home Energy Squad Enhanced Visit by the Center for Energy & Environment in conjunction with the Bloomington Housing and Redevelopment Area.  See the link at the top of the page or visit-https://bscminnesota.wordpress.com/bloomington-hra-has-recently-partnered-with-the-center-for-energy-and-environment/  .

 Questions? Contact Emma Struss at estruss@mncee.org or (612) 335-5828″