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SUMMARY:St. Cloud's Circular Economy: Defining the Clean Energy Future
DESCRIPTION:You may be surprised that the City of St. Cloud is also active in caring for the earth and has made some remarkable strides in pursuing ambitious carbon-neutral goals.  Join us online February 7 at 1:00 pm to hear from St. Cloud’s Public Services Director Tracy Hodel about the green technologies the City is developing and implementing. You’ll be inspired by what’s possible and St. Cloud’s visionary leadership for a 21st city more harmony with the earth.  This event is sponsored by the UMRR League of Women Voters with support from the St. Cloud chapter of Minnesota Interfaith Power & Light. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/st-clouds-circular-economy-defining-the-clean-energy-future/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Buff Grace":MAILTO:buff@mnipl.org
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SUMMARY:The Threat to Community Owned Solar: How Corporations like Xcel are Undermining Local Renewables (and What We Can Do About It Together!)
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for registering for this conversation about the history and future of community solar and join the fight to keep solar in the hands of Minnesotan communities! \nUtility and energy companies in Minnesota are pushing for administrative changes that would make community-owned solar more expensive and onerous to try and monopolize the solar future. We need YOU to help protect our sustainable energy future by keeping it in the hands of Minnesota communities. \nThe speakers will include: \n\nJulia Nerbonne\, Minnesota Interfaith Power & Light\nTimothy DenHerder-Thomas\, Cooperative Energy Futures\nJohn Farrell\, Institute for Local Self Reliance\nAnd others!\n\nWe’re excited for you to join this conversation about the history and future of community-owned solar and how you can join the fight to help protect it! \nEvent Sponsors: Just Solar Coalition\, Climate Generation\, Cooperative Energy Futures\, Vote Solar\, Minneapolis Climate Action\, Community Power\, and Minnesota Interfaith Power & Light \nClick here to join the Zoom!
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/the-threat-to-community-owned-solar-how-corporations-like-xcel-are-undermining-local-renewables-and-what-we-can-do-about-it-together/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Julia Nerbonne":MAILTO:julia@mnipl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240131T190000
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SUMMARY:Climate Justice and Indigenous Rights: A Jewish Opportunity to Rise & Repair
DESCRIPTION:The Rise & Repair Coalition is kicking off their planning for the 2024 Legislative Session\, with a focus on protecting and promoting Indigenous rights and fighting for climate justice in our state. \nJoin us to learn more about how Rise and Repair can be a place for you to get involved and support the work different partners are pushing for during this legislative session. We will share information on specific bills being proposed\, ways that you can get involved\, and lots of opportunities for learning new topics. \nFeatured Speakers: \n\nJuventino Meza\, J.D.\, Minnesota Interfaith Power & Light\nSiana Goodwin\, Mount Zion Temple Climate Action Group\nBeth Gandler\, Jewish Community Action\n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/climate-justice-and-indigenous-rights/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Juventino Meza":MAILTO:juventino@mnipl.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240131T120000
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SUMMARY:Rise & Repair Pre-Session Policy
DESCRIPTION:Rise & Repair is a diverse alliance bringing together Minnesotans from across the state to push for bold proposals during the 2024 Legislative Session to advance Indigenous rights and climate justice! \nJoin us for an in-depth deep-dive about key legislative priorities from partner organizations and how to get involved during session. \nThis event will be hosted via Zoom to allow remote participation from constituents across the State! The zoom information is below\, but PLEASE RSVP so we can plan accordingly! \nMore about Rise & Repair: RiseAndRepair.org \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/rise-repair-pre-session-policy/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Policy & Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240122T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240122T193000
DTSTAMP:20240108T185132Z
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SUMMARY:Climate-Right Buildings
DESCRIPTION:Join MNIPL as we host the building efficiency experts at Minify Energy: Jeremy Davis and Ben Wallace.  Since launching in 2019\, they have helped dozens of clients make their buildings more sustainable and more comfortable.   \nYou’ll hear about the changes congregations can make\, what to expect for return on investment\, and the generous incentives and tax credits available to Minnesota faith communities. Using case studies\, Jeremy and Ben will describe best practices for implementing energy efficiency projects and how your congregation can move forward in 2024 making your buildings part of your mission to heal the climate crisis. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/climate-right-buildings/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240118T080000
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SUMMARY:The Threat to Community-Owned Solar
DESCRIPTION:Utility and energy companies in Minnesota are pushing for administrative changes that would make community-owned solar more expensive and onerous to try and monopolize the solar future. We need you to help protect our sustainable energy future by keeping it in the hands of Minnesota communities. \nPlease join us for a conversation about the history and future of community-owned solar and how you can join the fight to help protect it. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/the-threat-to-community-owned-solar/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Julia Nerbonne":MAILTO:julia@mnipl.org
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SUMMARY:Reparations Learning Lab: January 17\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for signing up to be part of the Reparations Learning Labs! These sessions will build a community of doers who are committed to repairing the harms of colonization through action. Being a part of these labs will help support your commitment to the forever work of decolonizing yourselves and your communities. \nThis session’s focus is to-be-determined. \nThese learning labs are geared towards white folks who are committed to taking action — BIPOC folks who are interested in that work are also welcome!  \nThis session is free to attend\, but we will ask that everyone who participates commits to doing something — either making a donation to support our BIPOC Reparations Advisory Table or by sharing our reparations work with a friend or neighbor. \nCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/reparations-learning-lab-january-17-2024/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Reparations Learning Labs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Liz Loeb":MAILTO:liz@mnipl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231120T180000
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DTSTAMP:20231115T160921Z
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SUMMARY:The State of Global Repair
DESCRIPTION:We need you to show your support for the people and organizations that are pushing our government to honor its commitment to create a Loss and Damage Fund — and to put the fund in the hands of those countries most effected by climate disruption. \nJoin us in a national call-to-action with Rep. Ilhan Omar hosted by MNIPL\, Justice is Global\, Union of Concerned Scientists\, and Action Aid\, where you’ll learn about the state of play in 2023\, the ever-growing importance of committing to global repair\, and how to take action. \nRep. Ilhan Omar will share how she is challenging her colleagues in Congress to make good on Loss and Damage. Brandon Wu at Action Aide and Rachel Cleetus of the Union of Concerned Scientists will share expertise on the need for global repair\, and you’ll hear from youth from Cameroon to the Philippines who will tell stories of their activism in repairing the places they’ve called home. \nCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/the-state-of-global-repair/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231115T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231115T130000
DTSTAMP:20230914T183759Z
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UID:10001272-1700049600-1700053200@www.mnipl.org
SUMMARY:Reparations Learning Lab: November 15\, 2023
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for signing up to be part of the Reparations Learning Labs! These sessions will build a community of doers who are committed to repairing the harms of colonization through action. Being a part of these labs will help support your commitment to the forever work of decolonizing yourselves and your communities. \nThis session’s focus is to-be-determined. \nThese learning labs are geared towards white folks who are committed to taking action — BIPOC folks who are interested in that work are also welcome!  \nThis session is free to attend\, but we will ask that everyone who participates commits to doing something — either making a donation to support our BIPOC Reparations Advisory Table or by sharing our reparations work with a friend or neighbor. \nCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/reparations-learning-lab-november-15-2023/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Reparations Learning Labs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Liz Loeb":MAILTO:liz@mnipl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231114T193000
DTSTAMP:20231013T203521Z
CREATED:20231013T203521Z
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SUMMARY:Rise + Repair 2024 Launch
DESCRIPTION:Along with many community partners\, we are gearing up for the 2024 Legislative Session.  \nJoin us to learn more about how Rise and Repair can be a vehicle for you to achieve your legislative priorities next year and for Minnesotans of faith across Minnesota to amplify and support Indigenous Rights and Climate Justice with their elected officials. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/rise-repair-2024-launch/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Juventino Meza":MAILTO:juventino@mnipl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231107T160000
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UID:10001253-1699372800-1699376400@www.mnipl.org
SUMMARY:Community Connector Circle - 1st Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:Do you share information from MNIPL and opportunities to act for climate justice with your congregation\, community\, or team in any way? We invite you to be part of our Community Connector Circle! In this working group\, we’ll share ideas\, ask questions\, celebrate successes\, and get to know each other. \nWe meet on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 4 pm. Come as often as you like! No registration is required. Simply click this link to join.
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/community-connector-circle-1st-tuesday-3/2023-11-07/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Connector Circle
ORGANIZER;CN="Buff Grace":MAILTO:buff@mnipl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231011T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231011T130000
DTSTAMP:20230914T183722Z
CREATED:20230913T183645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T183722Z
UID:10001271-1697025600-1697029200@www.mnipl.org
SUMMARY:Reparations Learning Lab: October 11\, 2023
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for signing up to be part of the Reparations Learning Labs! This session will build a community of doers who are committed to repairing the harms of colonization through action. Being a part of these labs will help support your commitment to the forever work of decolonizing yourselves and your communities. \nThis session’s focus is to-be-determined. \nThese learning labs are geared towards white folks who are committed to taking action — BIPOC folks who are interested in that work are also welcome! \nThis session is free to attend\, but we will ask that everyone who participates commits to doing something — either making a donation to support our BIPOC Reparations Advisory Table or by sharing our reparations work with a friend or neighbor. \nCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/reparations-learning-lab-october-11-2023/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Reparations Learning Labs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231003T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231003T170000
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SUMMARY:Community Connector Circle - 1st Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:Do you share information from MNIPL and opportunities to act for climate justice with your congregation\, community\, or team in any way? We invite you to be part of our Community Connector Circle! In this working group\, we’ll share ideas\, ask questions\, celebrate successes\, and get to know each other. \nWe meet on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 4 pm. Come as often as you like! No registration is required. Simply click this link to join.
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/community-connector-circle-1st-tuesday-3/2023-10-03/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Connector Circle
ORGANIZER;CN="Buff Grace":MAILTO:buff@mnipl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230907T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230907T130000
DTSTAMP:20230711T220902Z
CREATED:20230711T214404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T220902Z
UID:10001205-1694088000-1694091600@www.mnipl.org
SUMMARY:Community Connector Circle - 1st Thursday
DESCRIPTION:Do you share information from MNIPL and opportunities to act for climate justice with your congregation\, community\, or team in any way? We invite you to be part of our Community Connector Circle! In this working group\, we’ll share ideas\, ask questions\, celebrate successes\, and get to know each other. \nWe meet on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 4 pm and on the 1st Thursday at 12 pm. Come as often as you like! No registration is required. Simply click this link to join.
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/community-connector-circle-1st-thursday-2/2023-09-07/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Buff Grace":MAILTO:buff@mnipl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230905T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230905T170000
DTSTAMP:20231026T203423Z
CREATED:20230711T215305Z
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UID:10001251-1693929600-1693933200@www.mnipl.org
SUMMARY:Community Connector Circle - 1st Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:Do you share information from MNIPL and opportunities to act for climate justice with your congregation\, community\, or team in any way? We invite you to be part of our Community Connector Circle! In this working group\, we’ll share ideas\, ask questions\, celebrate successes\, and get to know each other. \nWe meet on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 4 pm. Come as often as you like! No registration is required. Simply click this link to join.
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/community-connector-circle-1st-tuesday-3/2023-09-05/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Connector Circle
ORGANIZER;CN="Buff Grace":MAILTO:buff@mnipl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230808T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230808T203000
DTSTAMP:20230711T195053Z
CREATED:20230711T155940Z
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SUMMARY:Yes\, Your Congregation Can Go Solar!
DESCRIPTION:Learn how your congregation can benefit from solar energy and slash its carbon emissions.  Get step-by-step details and answers to frequently asked questions.  Find out how solar works\, how you can get a no-cost solar design and proposal for your congregation\, how IRA provisions improve solar’s return on investment\, and the various methods for financing for your project.  In recent years\, MNIPL has helped more than a dozen congregations and nonprofits go solar.  With new federal tax credits\, we expect to double that number in the next year alone.  Join us to be part of the solar movement! \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/yes-your-congregation-can-go-solar/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Connector Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Buff Grace":MAILTO:buff@mnipl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230803T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230803T130000
DTSTAMP:20230711T220902Z
CREATED:20230711T214404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T220902Z
UID:10001268-1691064000-1691067600@www.mnipl.org
SUMMARY:Community Connector Circle - 1st Thursday
DESCRIPTION:Do you share information from MNIPL and opportunities to act for climate justice with your congregation\, community\, or team in any way? We invite you to be part of our Community Connector Circle! In this working group\, we’ll share ideas\, ask questions\, celebrate successes\, and get to know each other. \nWe meet on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 4 pm and on the 1st Thursday at 12 pm. Come as often as you like! No registration is required. Simply click this link to join.
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/community-connector-circle-1st-thursday-2/2023-08-03/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Buff Grace":MAILTO:buff@mnipl.org
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