Council launches innovative program with local companies to improve water quality, save money New partnership with two local food producers will focus on treating the wastewater being produced by the two companies more efficiently and sustainably. November 20, 2017
Met Council to help industrial businesses treat wastewater at the source Council program may be first of its kind in U.S. November 17, 2017
Council water supply team earns kudos from U of M A Met Council and U of M partnership earns kudos for helping metro area businesses and organizations find ways to conserve water and save money. October 16, 2017
Overwatering lawns — and pavement — is the norm in the Twin Cities A survey of 1,000 homeowners shows thirsty turf is sucking down the metro's water. On average, residents watered 500 square feet of pavement. October 3, 2017
Alene Tchourumoff joins students at Children's Water Festival The Council sponsors the water education event with 25 other regional sponsors. September 29, 2017
Council “green infrastructure” grants support local water initiatives In September, the Council awarded $1 million to five metro cities looking to improve water quality and encourage conservation. September 28, 2017
Council Chair tours Scott and Carver Counties with partnerships top of mind Council Chair Alene Tchourumoff continues the seven-county circuit as the newly appointed head of the regional planning agency. She most recently enjoyed visits to Scott and Carver Counties. September 25, 2017
Grant helps preserve affordable housing in manufactured home park The first-of-its-kind pilot grant of $234,83 will cover half of the cost of connecting homes in the Maple Hill Estates manufactured home park to the regional wastewater system. September 15, 2017