At the municipal level, governments may have specific regulations regarding groundwater extraction, particularly for municipal water supply purposes. These can include building and construction codes outlining requirements for well construction … Read more
The U.S. federal government is one of limited power when it comes to groundwater quantity. While it retains authority to regulate pollution and discharges to groundwater, individual states are responsible … Read more
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
With the delivery of its report to the Minnesota Legislature last month, the Clean Transportation Standard Work Group created a state policy framework for reducing carbon pollution from transportation fuels. … Read more
