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  • August 2024

  • Thu 15
    Solar panels in field. Solar panels are a project idea for the Local Grant Development Assistance Program.
    August 15, 2024 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm CDT

    Climate Catalysts

    Zoom

    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 […]

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  • September 2024

  • Thu 19
    Solar Panels, Field
    September 19, 2024 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm CDT

    Climate Catalysts

    Zoom

    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 […]

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  • October 2024

  • Thu 17
    Solar Panels, Field
    October 17, 2024 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm CDT

    Climate Catalysts

    Zoom

    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 […]

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  • November 2024

  • Fri 22
    Prairie Wetlands Learning Center
    November 22, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 4:30 pm CST

    Climate Catalysts

    Prairie Wetlands Learning Center 602 State Highway 210 East, Fergus Falls, MN, United States
    Free

    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, […]

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  • December 2024

  • Thu 19
    Solar Panels, Field
    December 19, 2024 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm CST

    Climate Catalysts

    Zoom

    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 […]

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  • February 2025

  • Wed 12
    Electric Vehicle
    February 12, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CST

    Sustainable Communities Network: Should I buy an Electric Vehicle (EV)?

    Zoom

    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!

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  • June 2025

  • Wed 25
    Green Island
    June 25, 2025 @ 10:30 am - 2:00 pm CDT

    Sustainable Communities Network: Green Island Field Trip

    Green Island 850 Scheer Dr NE, Wadena, MN, United States
    Free

    Join us for an inspiring and creative field trip at Green Island, a privately owned nature preserve in Wadena, Minnesota.

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  • July 2025

  • Wed 9
    Plastic Free July
    July 9, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CDT

    Sustainable Communities Network: Let’s Talk Plastic

    Zoom

    Join us and special guest Nathan Reinbold from Pope Douglas Solid Waste Management to discuss plastic, one of today’s most urgent environmental challenges.

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    Wed 9
    Plastic People Film Screening
    July 9, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CDT

    Alexandria Screening of Plastic People: The Hidden Crisis of Microplastics

    Pope/Douglas Environmental Center 1916 Nokomis Street, Alexandria, MN, United States

    Join us on July 9 for a free screening of Plastic People and a community conversation on the hidden dangers of microplastics.

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  • August 2025

  • Tue 5
    Plastic People Film Screening
    August 5, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CDT

    Moorhead Screening of Plastic People: The Hidden Crisis of Microplastics

    Moorhead Public Library 118 5th St S, Moorhead, United States

    Join us on August 5 for a free screening of Plastic People and a community conversation on the hidden dangers of microplastics.

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    Wed 13
    Shoreline Resoration
    August 13, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CDT

    Sustainable Communities Network: Protecting Water Quality with Shoreline Restoration

    Zoom

    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.

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    Tue 19
    Plastic People Film Screening
    August 19, 2025 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm CDT

    Fergus Falls Screening of Plastic People: The Hidden Crisis of Microplastics

    Fergus Falls Public Library 205 E Hampden Ave, Fergus Falls, MN, United States

    Join us on August 19 for a free screening of Plastic People and a community conversation on the hidden dangers of microplastics.

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  • September 2025

  • Mon 8
    Plastic People Film Screening
    September 8, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CDT

    Morris Screening of Plastic People: The Hidden Crisis of Microplastics

    Morris Theatre 12 E 6th St, Morris, United States

    Join us on September 8 for a free screening of Plastic People and a community conversation on the hidden dangers of microplastics.

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  • January 2026

  • Mon 19
    Plastic People Film Screening
    January 19 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm CST

    Screening of Plastic People: The Hidden Crisis of Microplastics

    West Central Area Secondary School 301 County Road 2, Barrett, MN, United States
    Free

    Join us on January 19 for a free screening of Plastic People and a community conversation on the hidden dangers of microplastics.

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  • February 2026

  • Thu 26
    Plastic People Film Screening
    February 26 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm CST

    Battle Lake Screening of Plastic People: The Hidden Crisis of Microplastics

    Battle Lake Public School 402 Summit St W, Battle Lake, United States
    Free

    Join us on February 26 for a free screening of Plastic People and a community conversation on the hidden dangers of microplastics.

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