Webinar: Sustainable Aviation Fuel — How Minnesota can get it right

How can new, renewable jet fuel — yes, jet fuel — help clean up the river and improve water quality throughout Minnesota?

In this webinar, our water policy team explores how the race for sustainable aviation fuel is a huge opportunity to get more clean-water crops on the landscape while also significantly bringing down emissions from flights.

You can also learn more about winter-hardy oilseeds by reading this January 2025 MPR News story.

"Imagine if airplanes could be powered by fuel made from a plant grown in Minnesota, and it’s better for the climate than conventional jet fuel," writes Kirsti Marohn. "Some University of Minnesota researchers have been working to develop winter crops that can be made into biofuels, plus have other environmental benefits. Their work is getting renewed attention and now, a financial boost."

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Upcoming Events

Three options: October 20, October 28, November 22, 2025
Hidden Falls Regional Park, St. Paul
Thursday, December 4, 2025 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
F-O-K Studios, St. Paul
Now through December 31, 2025
Mississippi River National River and Recreation Area, Twin Cities metro

Our River Campaign:
It all starts here

At the heart of this new campaign is the vision of a healthy Mississippi River.