CONGRATULATIONS! This month, Springfield's project was awarded $500 in the Minnesota Community Pride Showcase competition!
Minnesota’s investment in youth, economy, and environment
We are excited to move forward into the 2011-2012 season of YES! supported in part by funding from Minnesota's Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund (ENRTF), as recommended by the Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources. The Trust Fund is a permanent fund constitutionally established by the citizens of Minnesota to assist in the protection, conservation, preservation, and
YES! announces Earth Tub recipient
Springfield YES! team has been chosen to receive the Carleton Earth Tub! Springfield's previous work with worm-composting bins, careful site selection and school staff support are a few of the supporting reasons for this selection. Students visited the Earth tub (pictured left) on site at Carleton College in Northfield, Minnesota. We look forward to following the progress of this
Clean Energy Tour, July 13
On July 13, join a Clean Energy Tour to learn about wind, solar and energy-efficiency projects which highlight the environmental, public health, and economic benefits of the path beyond coal to clean energy. Transportation and light refreshments will be provided. This free event is co-sponsored by the Sierra Club North Star Chapter, Minnesota Renewable Energy Society, Izaak Walton League -
YES is E X P A N D I N G!
This summer we're busy seeking out new Minnesota communities who are ready to join the award-winning YES! program. If you are a student looking to join a 'green' network of like-minded individuals, or an adult with a passion for renewable energy & energy conservation who enjoys working alongside youth be sure to contact one of the YES! staff today, to learn more about YES! and how to apply
Welcome Aleta!
YES! is welcoming a new member to the growing staff - Aleta Kolan is the YES! coordinator for the southeast region of Minnesota! We are excited about the expansion to this part of the State and are equally excited that Aleta will be able to share her knowledge and enthusiasm with the YES! Program!