Updates and Articles

Fueling change: FAQ on sustainable aviation and protecting our waters
FMR supporters always have good questions about complex topics. We put together this FAQ to make it easy to get the facts about the promise and potential pitfalls around sustainable aviation fuel. Read more
Plane wing fueling
Ignoring science, undermining public trust: A concerning SAF proposal in Congress
Ignoring a key emissions measurement known as "indirect land use change" would undermine climate goals, threaten water quality and violate basic scientific principles. Read more
Sediment-laden runoff during spring on bare, brown cropland.
FMR statement on the shootings of Rep. Hortman, Sen. Hoffman
Speaker Melissa Hortman and Sen. John Hoffman represent Mississippi River districts, and have been frequent collaborators and allies in FMR's policy work. Read more
The front entrance to the Minnesota Capitol building
Welcome to our newest staff and board member
We're thrilled to welcome Meghan Anderson, our new Biofuels Policy Manager and Yumi Kashihara, our new board member. We're also lucky to welcome back Ivy Song to support our stewardship team this season. Read more
Meghan and Yumi
FMR making the case for sustainable aviation fuel in the Strib
In case you missed it, FMR has been making the case for winter-hardy oilseeds as a river-friendly source for sustainable aviation fuel in the Star Tribune. Read more
Plane wing over river + The Minnesota Star Tribune
School's out for summer: Sov's highlights from 2024-25 classroom partnerships
We asked Sovatha Oum, FMR's Youth Program Manager, about his favorite stories from working with metro classrooms this year. Check out his reflections on experiential learning and outdoor education, and his yearbook message for all of us. Read more
Students by the river
Thank you for joining us at Music in the Prairie!
Two hundred river supporters came together for the first Our River event, Music in the Prairie featuring The Cactus Blossoms. Check out our photos of the afternoon and a recap of the program highlights. Read more
Cactus Blossoms play under a tent
How FMR's priorities for the Mississippi River fared — 2025
Which Mississippi River priorities passed before the deadline? And which ones had to be handled in a special session? Here's a roundup of what happened. Read more
The Minnesota Capitol building exterior with an FMR River Guardians bullhorn in front.. Text says "MNLEG 2025 final update"
Mississippi River island hosts colorful sculptures
Through Oct. 26, colorful Mexican folk art sculptures will cover Raspberry Island in downtown St. Paul as a celebration of the Latino community's connection to the Mississippi River. Read more
Alebrije on Raspberry Island
Making Minnesota’s SAF tax credit more sustainable
Winter-hardy oilseeds are our most sustainable near-term option for a lower-carbon jet fuel. Read more
A plane flying against a blue sky. Text says "MNLEG 2025"

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