Sustainability, the environment, public health. Tweets are my own and may not reflect the views of my employer.

St. Paul, MN
Joined May 2009
Mary Connor retweeted
The Minnesota Health Equity Networks will host regional gatherings in January! The networks are open to all interested in advancing health equity. Visit us online to find upcoming dates and registration information: health.state.mn.us/equitynet… #MNHealthEquityNetworks
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Don't you know about the bird? Well, everybody knows the bird is the word! Stop by the #EcoExperience at the @mnstatefair 🎡 to see the City of Virginia's 20-foot loon and learn more about Get the Lead Out MN!
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#DYK that each year Minnesotans throw away more than 850K tons of recyclables, worth around $153M? Learn how counties, cities, townships, and tribal communities are using our grants to fund projects that improve #recycling and #composting in Greater MN: bit.ly/3Dlpu1w
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The unprecedented long duration air quality event continues across Minnesota. The air quality alert has been extended until 3pm Tuesday and now includes all of Minnesota. Purple, Red, and Orange AQI conditions are forecasted, with the worst arriving Saturday morning. #MNwx #AQI
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It's #PlasticFreeJuly! Wondering how you can cut down your plastic use? Check out our helpful list of 13 #sustainable choices for your green life: bit.ly/3l1D5pb
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If you're trying to sell a home with an abandoned #SepticTank and unsure of how to proceed, we've got answers to your questions! Learn more: bit.ly/3qTavY2 #AskTheMPCA
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When temperatures climb and the summer sun beats down, conditions are ripe for our lakes to produce harmful #AlgaeBlooms. Avoid contact with green, slimy water and remember: when in doubt, STAY OUT! Learn more: bit.ly/3j8vtAb
Making the switch to electric vehicles and equipment is an important step to reduce emissions. We're offering $3.5M to help orgs purchase #EVs and equipment, and another $1.7M to replace diesel vehicles and equipment with cleaner models! Learn more: bit.ly/2RnBZI2
Rain and snowmelt from city streets can carry all sorts of #pollutants into storm drains. But catch basins are one way that #stormwater systems work to filter out leaves and other debris, keeping it out of our lakes and streams! Learn more on our website: bit.ly/3xlKuCF
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Did you know that lawn and garden watering account for an average of 40% of total household water usage during the summer? Plus, one of the biggest threats to our waters today is polluted runoff water. By installing a rain barrel you are making a difference in the community! ☔
Looking for a way an #EcoFriendly way to get involved with your community? Check this out! You can organize a group to clean up and stencil messages around #StormDrains in the City of Minneapolis. Learn more: bit.ly/3wNXxfN
Del Clark Lake, which protects the city of Canby from periodic flooding, is a bright spot in a #WaterQuality study of the Lac qui Parle Watershed, where most streams and lakes don’t meet water quality standards. Comments are welcome through July 7: bit.ly/3pyQ9CB
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Interested in applying for our latest vehicle replacement grant? Bring your questions to our upcoming training on June 10 at 10am! More information: bit.ly/2RnBZI2 #EVs
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We'll be getting hot, calm weather this weekend—perfect conditions for #algae growth in our lakes. Be on the lookout for blue-green algae, which can sicken humans and be deadly to dogs, livestock, and other animals. Remember: If in doubt, stay out! bit.ly/3uVDryW
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This weekend's #heatwave highlights the issues of our changing #climate. Erratic weather conditions can stress livestock or devastate a crop season, according to @MNagriculture. Learn more on the #ourMNclimate site: bit.ly/3cgtcyO
#ExtremeHeat events are now more common in Minnesota due to climate change. High temps and humidity aren't just uncomfortable; they can cause serious illness. And MN's older residents are more vulnerable. Learn more: bit.ly/3bjaPbP
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To help celebrate a bright and #sustainable future for your #graduate, why not plan a party that’s fun, memorable, and green? Here are some helpful tips for planning a green graduation party! bit.ly/3bYHMKY
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We're announcing $5.2M in new grants to replace older, HD diesel vehicles with all-electric and other cleaner models, using funds from the #VWsettlement. Learn more: bit.ly/3umNPPT 📷: Class 5 all-electric work truck by @ZeusChassis
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There is a need for short and long-term solutions to the metro’s garbage challenges. We need your input to help develop and implement solutions that #ReduceWaste and expand #recycling and organics. Learn more: bit.ly/3f0Mg5S
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Congrats City of Rochester on 39 years as a Tree City USA, for spending $11.47/capita on urban forestry, & for planting 3,174 trees in 2020! From the City: “This shows the tremendous commitment Rochester has made to its urban forest.” @CityofRochMN @RochMNParks @GreenStepCities
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