Forever Green

Forever Green
Our 2025 legislative priorities for the river

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January 16, 2025
Even with the uncertainty permeating the Capitol, a lot of our priorities for the Mississippi River this year are in OK shape. Read more
The Minnesota Capitol building in St. Paul, with a blue sky and a smattering of snow on the ground. Small text says "MNLEG 2025"
Explainer: How jet fuel from crops can help (or hurt) water quality

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January 2, 2025
Sustainable aviation fuel has the potential to significantly impact water quality. Here are some of the factors that will determine whether those impacts are for the better, or for the worse. Read more
A worker refueling an airplane while standing beneath its wing.
What the new political landscape means for the Mississippi River

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December 10, 2024
Razor-thin margins, a red tide and plenty of uncertainty. How the 2024 election results impact FMR's 2025 policy goals in the year ahead. Read more
High waters along the tree-lined banks of the Mississippi River in St. Paul
1st flight fueled by winter camelina takes off from MSP

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October 8, 2024
The crop, winter camelina, grows over the winter and, as a result, boosts both water quality and soil health.  Read more
Delta planes lined up at various gates at MSP Airport.
Local businesses are leading the way on clean-water crops

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August 13, 2024
Meet some of the businesses across Minnesota working to support a more sustainable, river-friendly agricultural system. Read more
A baker at a large table, spreading flour as dough sits waiting to the side.
Intense MN rains contribute to 6,700-square-mile Gulf dead zone

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August 1, 2024
This wet, rainy Minnesota spring is actually contributing to a negative situation far downriver: the Gulf of Mexico dead zone. Read more
Two scientists stand at the edge of a boat, as a large piece of equipment is held at the surface of the water.
Why FMR is working on sustainable aviation fuel

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July 17, 2024
There is immense promise in a new era of aviation fuel. There is also real peril. We’re at the table to steer decision-makers toward the most sustainable options. Read more
Looking out of an airplane window at Fort Snelling State Park, and the confluence of the Minnesota plus Mississippi rivers.

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Upcoming Events

Call for Artists — Our River: Mississippi Muse
Apply by June 1, 2025
F-O-K Creatives gallery near Harriet Island in St. Paul
Help plant a pollinator garden at Hastings' Southwest Park Ponding Basin [FULL]
Tuesday, June 3, 2025 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Southwest Park Ponding Basin, Hastings
Pull garlic mustard at Camel's Hump [FULL]
Wednesday, June 4, 2025 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Camel's Hump Park and Open Space, Cottage Grove

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