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Metro apprenticeship programs are making waves for the water workforce
The Cities of Chaska and Plymouth are leaning into developing the next era of the water workforce and are exploring what it means to run successful apprenticeship programs – with … Read more
Five water policy issues to watch this session
The 2025 Minnesota legislative session is up and running, and Freshwater is an active participant, providing nonpartisan science-based perspectives to help policymakers make informed decisions. Wonder what we are up … Read more
Water planning is critical for data centers and other large development projects
In Minnesota and throughout the Midwest, Freshwater is observing tension that has arisen for many of our partners. The question is: How can we support economic development while ensuring water … Read more
Minnesota Water Stewards: Statewide!
It’s a time of change for the Minnesota Water Stewards program! Recent conversations with current and potential partners, as well as Stewards and program supporters, show a clear path forward. … Read more
What this election means for water
Minnesota voters approve environmental funding as Freshwater sets priorities for 2025 legislative session It’s been a week since the election, and here at Freshwater, we’ve been having lots of conversations … Read more
Site visits provide valuable learning on stormwater reuse
This fall, Freshwater co-hosted three visits to stormwater reuse sites with the cities of Waconia, Hugo and Woodbury, Minnesota. The goal was to invite attendees to see the sites firsthand … Read more
Freshwater continues to advance circular water efforts
With a trio of stormwater reuse site visits this fall, a published interview on circular water, and an upcoming white paper, Freshwater continues to actively promote circular water systems in … Read more
Introducing our 2024 State of Water report
by Michelle Stockness, Freshwater Executive Director Over the past year, I’ve had the immense privilege of leading Freshwater Society as the new Executive Director. Since starting in this role last … Read more
Progress made on water during challenging state legislative session
Freshwater priorities around nitrate response and Legacy funding prevail, while bonding for water infrastructure is left unfinished Despite limited available funding and a chaotic finish to this year’s session, the … Read more
Supporting circular water systems in Minnesota
Freshwater and partners spur progress on water reuse and recharge As the demand for clean water continues to grow, globally and here in Minnesota, Freshwater is actively working on ways … Read more