Prioritize Justice: People’s Climate & Equity Plan for Minneapolis
ZoomMinneapolis faith groups are coming together to create community and to put our hope into action by supporting the People’s Climate and Equity Plan. This is a plan that sets bold goals for a just transition to a renewable energy future and creates a robust fund to address our climate and racial equity crises simultaneously.…
Prioritize Justice: Xcel Energy’s Rate Hike
ZoomEnergy is at the heart of neighborhood economic health and well-being, and yet Xcel Energy wants to raise residential electricity rates by 21%! Come learn more about this rate hike and take immediate action by sending a public comment to the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission. Help us ensure Xcel does not raise everyone’s rates just…
Policy Office Hours
ZoomSara Wolff, MNIPL's Strategic Policy Director, holds regular online office hours. This is an unstructured opportunity for anyone who wasn't able to join the policy team meeting, wants to catch-up, plug-in, or talk with Sara about all things policy and advocacy.
Solstice Songs for the Water
Hidden Falls Regional Park 1313 Hidden Falls Dr., St. Paul, MN, United StatesGather with others by the Mississippi River to offer songs and prayers to the life-giving water and welcome in the solstice time. As we approach the darkest day of the year, let us sit with the darkness and be present to the turning. Come be together, singing in healing and wholeness. We will be guided…
Shine a Light on Community Justice: A Hannukah Program
Shir Tikvah 1360 W Minnehaha Pkwy, MinneapolisDuring three nights of Hannukah, Shir Tikvah is collaborating with community organizations to light the menorah and learn about local justice initiatives. MNIPL is proud to be part of the first night of this event to light the 2nd candle and offer songleading with Sarina Partridge. Come enjoy the light of the menorah and the…
Water and Stars: A Winter Solstice Action
AnywhereJoin this annual practice to bring our collective energy together in prayer, reflection, and spiritual practice as we honor sacred waters on the darkest night of the year. Everyone is invited to be part of this solstice action, and you can participate from anywhere!
No Xcel Rate Hike
ZoomEnergy is at the heart of neighborhood economic health and well-being in St. Paul and in all parts of our state. And yet, Xcel Energy wants to raise residential electricity rates by 21%! Join us for this webinar to learn more about this rate increase, network with others, brainstorm ways to get the word out,…
Indigenous and Faith Leaders United for a Bold Climate Justice Agenda
ZoomWe’ve got the power! Let’s build the world we know is possible. Join faith and Indigenous leaders as we roll out a bold legislative agenda for 2023 that will center Indigenous leadership, drive equity, demand 100% clean renewable electricity, and leverage federal dollars to put Minnesotans to work rebuilding our energy infrastructure. Come hear about…
Reparations: What are they?
ZoomLearn about the movement for reparations in the United States, including how reparations with Black and Indigenous communities may differ, and how reparations are related to but different from charity. Through this shared experience, we will explore how a tool called the Reparatory Eco Map can help us move from conceptual discussions about reparations to…
Study Circle: “Solar on Schools”
ZoomInterested in learning more about legislation around economic development and climate justice? MNIPL is hosting study circles on two legislative bills that we want passed in 2023. Join our study group on January 18 to learn about the “Solar on Schools” bill. This bill was originally passed by the Minnesota Legislature in 2021 with grants…