As we reflect on the April 2026 congressional vote to roll back federal protections around mining near the Boundary Waters, we are reminded that clean water is our shared priority … 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
by Alyssa Fabia, Tribal Outreach and Research Associate Held January 11-12, 2024, this pre-legislative session Policy Summit arose out of lessons learned during last year’s victories and stumbles. This was … Read more
Focus groups and community meetings gather input on drinking water governance The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is currently developing a 10-year drinking water plan to better manage drinking water … Read more
In order to build new partnerships and identify shared goals, Freshwater led a Minnesota delegation to this year’s One Water Summit in Tucson, Arizona, held November 14-16. Organized by the … Read more
Minnesota’s historic 2023 session and what’s next for water When the Minnesota Legislature adjourned on May 22, the session was applauded by many conservation groups for providing significant investments in … Read more
Water policy flowing as legislative session nears conclusion The Minnesota Legislature is entering the home stretch before it is scheduled to adjourn on May 22, with a wide range of … Read more
Beth Carreño has a personal and professional connection to clean water Beth Carreño joined the Freshwater community in 2016 and has been a valued collaborator, member and donor ever since. … Read more
By Julia Weimer Freshwater has found a long-standing friendship in a Minneapolis print and digital technology company by the name of Bolger Vision Beyond Print. Bolger has been a generous … Read more
