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Climate Solutions Rooted in the Soil

Lisa Schulte Moore is speaking at the Westminster Townhall Forum about how agriculture plays a role in the climate crisis. The 2021 MacArthur Genius Fellow will speak about ways our agricultural systems can be good for the planet, farmers, and consumers.

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$300,000 in Grants Awarded for Hyper-Local Climate Action

The Minneapolis Climate Action and Racial Equity Fund announced grants to 10 local organizations that are doing innovative work to take action on climate change.

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Summer Farm Tours

As Part of our Climate Re:Action Series, the Minneapolis Foundation offered Summer Farm Tours as a chance to get an up-close look at local farms that are using innovative strategies to restore our water and soil, revitalize rural communities, and deepen cultural roots.

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A YEAR OF LEARNING AND ACTION

Over the past year, our generous community has come together to learn more about the climate crisis through a series of events and learning opportunities at the Minneapolis Foundation.

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Climate Urgency and Action

Check out this short video that previews the conversation between Minneapolis Foundation President & CEO R.T. Rybak and meteorologist Sven Sundgaard about climate change.

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Sven Sundgaard

Minneapolis Foundation President & CEO R.T. Rybak steps in as guest host and speaks with meteorologist Sven Sundgaard about the urgency of climate change and what needs to be done.

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Summer Farm Tours

Explore local farms that are using innovative strategies to restore our water and soil, revitalize rural communities, and deepen cultural roots.

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2021 Climate Action and Racial Equity Grants

Priority will be given to projects that are led by and serve BIPOC communities and serve residents with designated Green Zones in the City of Minneapolis.

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Solar Power

Our Climate Re:Action science advisor, Sven Sundgaard, breaks down how solar energy works and shares the great work of Minnesota Renewable Now.

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Climate Action and Racial Equity Fund

The Climate Action and Racial Equity Fund drives local action on climate change in diverse Minneapolis communities. A partnership between the City of Minneapolis, the Minneapolis Foundation, and the McKnight Foundation, this fund supports innovative, community-driven climate solutions

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