FMR Updates

An update on the future of St. Anthony Falls

by Colleen O'Connor Toberman

February 4, 2022

There's a lot happening around St. Anthony Falls. Here's the latest on the Army Corps' disposition study, upcoming events about the future of the lock area, and that mysterious underwater wall. >>

Rare Maplewood grasslands one step closer to protection

by Colleen O'Connor Toberman

February 3, 2022

As covered in several news outlets, Ramsey County is stepping back from its plans to develop a rare grassland bird haven. We're celebrating this win and advocating for the next logical step: permanent habitat protection. Ramsey County residents — please send a note to the county to express support for this special refuge. >>

A billion dollars for climate action in Minnesota

by Peter LaFontaine

January 21, 2022

The House Climate Action Caucus just released its 2022 Minnesota Climate Action Plan. Here's what's in it and how you can help make it a reality. >>

Our 2022 legislative priorities

January 13, 2022

Minnesota's 2022 legislative session kicks off on January 31. Here's what to expect and a rundown of FMR's top priorities this session. >>

Welcome, Gabe and thank you, Jen!

January 9, 2022

We're excited to introduce Gabe Holmes as the newest member of our Communications department. >>

Our position on a proposed MN clean fuel standard

by Trevor Russell

January 5, 2022

On January 5, FMR was one of 22 organizations that delivered a letter to the Walz administration detailing our position on the state's proposed clean fuel standard rulemaking process. Here's our letter, which outlines principles that will keep any clean fuel standard true to its name. >>

A new conservation director for FMR

January 4, 2022

FMR is very pleased to welcome a familiar face to a different role in the organization. Beginning this month, our former ecologist Alex Roth assumes the duties of conservation director, leading FMR's Land Conservation department. >>