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Water

Freshwater sets priorities for Minnesota legislative session

February 10, 2026 by Chris O'Brien

This year’s state legislative session runs February 17 through May 18, and Freshwater will be engaging with policymakers on water issues by offering science-based perspectives and collaborative solutions. Here are … Read more

Categories Policy, Water, Water, Science and the Environment Leave a comment

Innovative project harnesses the power of biology to clean up “forever chemicals” in groundwater

February 3, 2026February 2, 2026 by Chris O'Brien
Biofilms

A bold new effort to address one of Minnesota’s most persistent water challenges is now underway. Thanks to support from the Minnesota Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund, as recommended … Read more

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Snake River paddle explores geologic history and watershed restoration needs

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025 by Chris O'Brien
Mary Poelman

Freshwater recently completed a short project funded by the Snake River Watershed Board (Aitkin, Mille Lacs, Kanabec and Pine county commissioners) to help orient their new watershed coordinator, Mary Poelman, … Read more

Categories Uncategorized, Water, Water, Science and the Environment

Five water policy issues to watch this session

March 30, 2025March 7, 2025 by Chris O'Brien
Freshwater Policy Team

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

Categories Policy, Uncategorized, Water, Water Fact Items, Water, Science and the Environment, Ways to Take Action

Site visits provide valuable learning on stormwater reuse

October 30, 2024October 29, 2024 by Chris O'Brien
Woodbury stormwater questions

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

Categories Tech, Uncategorized, Water, Water Quality, Water, Science and the Environment

Freshwater continues to advance circular water efforts

September 6, 2024September 5, 2024 by Chris O'Brien

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

Categories News, Tech, Water, Water, Science and the Environment 2 Comments

Introducing our 2024 State of Water report

June 18, 2024June 18, 2024 by Chris O'Brien

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

Categories Policy, Uncategorized, Water, Water, Science and the Environment

Progress made on water during challenging state legislative session

May 23, 2024May 22, 2024 by Chris O'Brien
Minnesota State Capitol

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

Categories Policy, Uncategorized, Water, Water, Science and the Environment

Supporting circular water systems in Minnesota

May 20, 2024 by Chris O'Brien

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

Categories Science, Water, Water, Science and the Environment

How a clean transportation fuel standard could impact Minnesota waters

March 8, 2024March 6, 2024 by Chris O'Brien
ethanol fuel pump

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

Categories News, Policy, Uncategorized, Water, Water Quality, Water, Science and the Environment 1 Comment
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