Colette Pichon Battle: Westminster Town Hall Forum
Westminster Presbyterian Church 1200 Marquette Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesColette Pichon Battle is a luminary in the world of environmental justice. MNIPL is thrilled to support her appearance as the keynote for the Westminster Town Hall Forum on April 27. As the founder of the Gulf Coast Center for Law & Policy, her leadership has inspired a community-based movement for transformational climate solutions in the Gulf region and nationally.
Hennepin County Zero Waste – Community Webinar
ZoomDo you live in Hennepin County? Are you curious about what happens to trash or interested in contributing feedback about the solid waste system? Join us for this community webinar to learn more and engage with experts and fellow residents. We especially welcome people who have traditionally been left out of planning processes and who…
Virtual Screening of YOUTH v GOV
ZoomHow can we bring accountability over the climate crisis? YOUTH v GOV is the inspiring story of 21 youth activists from across the nation as they file a groundbreaking lawsuit against the United States. The case reveals a wealth of evidence that the U.S. government has endangered their constitutional rights to life, liberty, and property…
Climate Solutions: Post-Forum Discussion with Julia Nerbonne
ZoomThis year, the Westminster Town Hall Forum has presented a series of programs on climate change solutions featuring five women on the forefront of climate research, science, and policy. Join Julia Nerbonne, MNIPL's Executive Director, for a follow-up discussion on the treasure-trove of ideas and solutions shared and how you can take them into your communities.
MNIPL’s Duluth Area Earth Day Fellowship Gathering
Park Point Duluth, MN, United StatesJoin this casual get together for congregational and community partners. Arrive at 4 pm at Park Point for a beach walk, talk, and clean up for an hour. At 5:30, we'll share food and social time together outside. Event is weather dependent; cancellation decision to be made by 2 pm at the latest on the…
Concert: The Earth Sings Beauty
St. Andrews Lutheran Church 900 Stillwater Rd, Mahtomedia, MN, United StatesThe National Lutheran Choir’s 2022 Spring Concert will feature the world premiere of Lament of the Earth, winner of the Dale Warland Singers Commission Award, with music by Steve Heitzeg and libretto by Susan Palo Cherwien. A special pre-concert talk featuring insight from Steve, Susan, and Terri Burnor from MNIPL will begin at 3:15 pm…
The Psychology of Climate Action
ZoomAre you a climate activist? Maybe you’ve heard it said, "Anxiety is our superpower...." But what happens when anxiety leads to despair and hopelessness? Join our May Community Connector webinar for a conversation about how faith, spiritual practices, and community can be sources of support and meaning as we face the psychological impacts of long-term…
Renewable Energy Tour 2022
Join Minnesota Interfaith Power & Light and our partners in the Just Solar Coalition for a tour in Northern Minnesota promoting renewable energy. This is a great opportunity to visit solar sites and learn more about investments in the northland that are supporting a just transition to a green and sustainable economy for all. A…
Webinar: Minnesota Power, Equity and Public Health
ZoomThe investments that utilities make in energy infrastructure, including coal and gas plants, have significant impacts on public health, environmental justice, equity, and more. Everyone in Minnesota should have the opportunity to understand these impacts. Join this webinar as we dive into the data behind a first-of-its-kind study in Minnesota that evaluated public health and…
Water is Sacred: A Gathering at the Headwaters
Itasca State Park Park Rapids, MNOnce again, people of faith and conscience are gathering at the sacred Mississippi Headwaters. During the weekend of June 3-5, we will honor the life-giving waters, affirm Native and Indigenous sovereignty, and nurture our connections with one another and the earth. Come away invigorated in our shared work of fighting for a world where treaties…