Water is Sacred: A Gathering at the Headwaters
Itasca State Park Park Rapids, MNOnce again, people of faith and conscience are gathering at the sacred Mississippi Headwaters. During the weekend of June 3-5, we will honor the life-giving waters, affirm Native and Indigenous sovereignty, and nurture our connections with one another and the earth. Come away invigorated in our shared work of fighting for a world where treaties…
Community Event: Electric Saturday
First Universalist Church of Minneapolis 3400 Dupont Ave S, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesThe First Universalist environmental justice team and church community invite you to Electric Saturday, showcasing over 15 Electric Vehicles (EV’s) and Plug in Hybrid Electric Vehicles, most owned by members of our church community. Owners will be available throughout the morning to answer all of your questions about owning electric cars. Electric bikes owners will…
Deep Conversations Drive Democracy
ZoomAs we head into the critical 2022 midterm elections, we are excited to offer powerful, non-partisan opportunities to engage voters and drive real democracy. This summer and fall, MNIPL will be supporting faith and spiritual communities to register and educate voters, have deep conversations about how your values connect to voting, and build community in…
2022 Voter Conversation Training Series #1: Door-Knocking
ZoomLearn how to host a door-knocking event with your community! This is the first topic in MNIPL's 2022 Voter Conversation Campaign training series.
2022 Voter Conversation Training Series #2: Community Tabling
ZoomLearn how to host a community tabling event! This is the second topic in MNIPL's 2022 Voter Conversation Campaign training series.
2022 Voter Conversation Training Series #3: Talk to People You Know
ZoomTalking to people you know increases voter turnout! This is the third topic in MNIPL's 2022 Voter Conversation Campaign training series. We will be offering the same class both in July and September.
Minnesota Power Rate Case Townhall
ZoomMinnesota Power wants to permanently increase residential electric rates by 18 percent. The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission is charged with reviewing this request, but you have a say in their decision! Join MNIPL, the Citizens Utility Board, and the Sierra Club for a virtual townhall about this proposed rate hike. Learn how utility rates are…
Youth N’ Power Summer Day Camp 2022
Youth N' Power Camp Home Base 1720 Glenwood Ave, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesThe Youth N' Power summer day camp is for youth in grades 3-9. Campers learn about environmental justice issues and how a community comes together to create change! We teach the youth about what makes up our environment and introduce them to the climate crisis. Youth are encouraged to draw connections between what they have…
PUC Public Hearings on Minnesota Power’s Rate Increase
MNIPL and other groups oppose Minnesota Power's proposed 18% rate hike. Add your voice and let the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (PUC) know why you too are against this increase! Attend one of the PUC's in-person or virtual public hearings to share your thoughts verbally. You can also submit comments in writing. Comment deadline is August 1!
PUC Public Hearings on Minnesota Power’s Rate Increase
MNIPL and other groups oppose Minnesota Power's proposed 18% rate hike. Add your voice and let the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (PUC) know why you too are against this increase! Attend one of the PUC's in-person or virtual public hearings to share your thoughts verbally. You can also submit comments in writing. Comment deadline is August 1!