Climate Catalysts is a networking group comprised of regional stakeholders, community leaders, and West Central Initiative staff that convenes monthly around climate action in west central Minnesota. The Climate Catalysts group: Supports cross-sectoral relationship building around climate action through regular conversations and idea sharing. Collaborates by coordinating efforts and tracking progress on climate-related initiatives across […]
Climate Catalysts is a networking group comprised of regional stakeholders, community leaders, and West Central Initiative staff that convenes monthly around climate action in west central Minnesota. The Climate Catalysts group: Supports cross-sectoral relationship building around climate action through regular conversations and idea sharing. Collaborates by coordinating efforts and tracking progress on climate-related initiatives across […]
Join us on Zoom in October to learn about how food waste contributes to climate change and how the growth of Organics Recycling Programs in the region can help divert food waste from landfills. Climate Catalysts October Meeting Agenda: Group introductions Climate data highlight – Food Waste and Climate Impacts Presentation on the growth of […]
Climate Catalysts November Gathering Join us for a special in-person meeting on Friday, November 22, at the Prairie Wetlands Learning Center in Fergus Falls. The program for the day includes a session with the Clean Energy Resource Teams (CERTs) on their Community Energy Ambassador Program and other programs, updates from West Central Initiative climate staff, […]
Join us on Zoom in December to learn about our local food systems and regenerative agriculture in west central Minnesota. Climate Catalysts December Meeting Agenda: Group introductions and breakout room Climate data highlight Presentation: "Exploring the impacts of local food and regenerative agriculture in the region." Presentation topics will vary by month, if you have […]
Join the Sustainable Communities Network and the Clean Energy Resource Teams to learn more about EV rebates, EV charging options, and an EV owner panel so you can hear about owner experiences – the good, the bad, and everything in between!
Learn about the importance of water conservation and how to make a DIY rain barrel or source a rain barrel with River Keepers.
Join us for an inspiring and creative field trip at Green Island, a privately owned nature preserve in Wadena, Minnesota.
Join us and special guest Nathan Reinbold from Pope Douglas Solid Waste Management to discuss plastic, one of today’s most urgent environmental challenges.
Join us for an engaging session on shoreline restoration and learn how natural shorelines play a vital role in protecting water quality and sustaining healthy lake ecosystems.
