Council funds “U” research on lawn irrigation, drought resistance of grasses Council funds University of Minnesota study of lawn irrigation practices to help homeowners and communities save money and conserve water. June 26, 2017
Council receives low-interest PFA loan for 2017 wastewater projects The Metropolitan Council received a $40 million loan from the Minnesota Clean Water Revolving Fund to finance multiple wastewater treatment projects. June 21, 2017
Human noses critical for odor control at wastewater facilities The “nasal rangers” at the Metropolitan Council’s Odor Lab wish they were smelling flowers, but that’s not what they were hired to do. June 15, 2017
Local government sun-sharing partners earn environmental award Collaboration is at the heart of a solar garden initiative that is getting a lot of attention for “harnessing the power of partnerships.” June 8, 2017
Council helps manage prairie with prescribed burn The use of native plant species and the active management of the site with fire demonstrates MCES’s commitment toward being a valued leader and partner in water sustainability. June 5, 2017
Council awards $1 million for stormwater management projects Funding will support eight projects across the region that will improve water quality and reuse stormwater for irrigation. June 2, 2017
Carver County Putting Rainwater to Good Use A simple concept is saving one county thousands of dollars. Officials in Carver County are taking the rain from storms and putting it back into different communities for good use. May 24, 2017
Money Savers: Trimming your water bill Officials in Carver County are taking the rain from storms and putting it back into different communities for good use. May 24, 2017