Minnesota Department of Natural Resources

Silanna UV to Demo Innovative UV-C LED Water Quality Sensors at AQUATECH 2023

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
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BRISBANE, Australia, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Silanna UV will demonstrate innovative new technology for detection of nitrates and organic compounds in water at AQUATECH Amsterdam from November 6 to 9, 2023. Contamination of water by nitrates and organic compounds is a growing problem, and regulations to protect the public from this threat are increasingly stringent.

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  • At AQUATECH, Silanna UV will showcase its SF1 series of Ultraviolet LEDs, which are ideal for water purity applications such as nitrate detection, organic compound detection, disinfection, and HPLC chromatography.
  • Silanna UV is a pioneer in developing patented UV LED technology for shorter wavelengths, from 230nm to 265nm, including deep UV-C and far UV-C ranges.
  • At AQUATECH Silanna UV will demonstrate its nitrate-sensing reference design, which uses the 235nm SF1-3U8P3L1 UV LED emitter in a parabolic lens package that produces a quasi-collimated far UV-C beam.
  • Silanna UV invites all visitors to its booth to learn more about its innovative deep UV-C LED and far UV-C LED solutions for water applications and more.

United States Department of Agriculture Joins Great Plains Institute and Big River Farms to Announce ‘Solar Farmland Access for Emerging Farmers’ Demonstration Projects

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Friday, August 25, 2023
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ST. PAUL, Minn., Aug. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MINNESOTA STATE FAIR - Officials from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) joined Great Plains Institute (GPI) and Big River Farms today to announce GPI and Big River Farms’ ‘Solar Farmland Access for Emerging Farmers’ demonstration projects alongside project partners Connexus Energy and US Solar.

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  • ST. PAUL, Minn., Aug. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MINNESOTA STATE FAIR - Officials from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) joined Great Plains Institute (GPI) and Big River Farms today to announce GPI and Big River Farms’ ‘Solar Farmland Access for Emerging Farmers’ demonstration projects alongside project partners Connexus Energy and US Solar.
  • Farmland access has been identified by the Emerging Farmers Office as the most common challenge that emerging farmers face.
  • “With thoughtful planning and procurement, the community benefits of multi-acre solar projects can be numerous,” said Brian Ross, vice president of renewable energy for Great Plains Institute.
  • One panel in the educational exhibit highlights emerging farmers and the collaboration between Big River Farms, Great Plains Institute, NREL, Connexus Energy, and US Solar.

Cannabis Seeds now available for sale in Minnesota from Natural Harvest

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Friday, August 4, 2023
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MINNEAPOLIS, Aug. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- N H Corp dba Natural Harvest https://nhmn.co, a leading cannabis lifestyle brand company, today – announced the launch of its new product lines. The new lines include a variety of products, including high quality cannabis seeds. The full digital catalog of cannabis seeds that are available for purchase in Minnesota is online.

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  • The full digital catalog of cannabis seeds that are available for purchase in Minnesota is online .
  • The new product lines will be available beginning August 1, 2023 available now at Natural Harvest retail locations online.
  • Natural Harvest has partnered with the top rated breeders in the cannabis industry to bring the best genetics to the Minnesota market.
  • Natural Harvest is a licensed seed labeler in Minnesota, all seeds are Lab tested and labeled in accordance with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture requirements.

Great River Energy Doubles Commitment to Pollinator-Friendly Habitat Restoration

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023
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MAPLE GROVE, Minn., June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Great River Energy, a not-for-profit wholesale electric cooperative serving 27 member-owner distribution cooperatives, announced today a commitment to plant and restore an additional 300 acres of pollinator habitat across current and future eligible sites. The pledge, dubbed Pollinator Strong, is already underway and strengthens the cooperative's commitment to environmental sustainability by creating food and nesting space for animals and insects crucial to a diverse food supply.

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  • "Great River Energy has been re-establishing native habitat for years and we are proud to make an official pledge that supports a healthy ecosystem across the state of Minnesota," said David Ranallo, director of culture, communications, marketing and member relations at Great River Energy.
  • In addition to environmental benefits, pollinator habitat helps maintain the reliability of Great River Energy service by reducing the risk of plant-material impacting overhead lines and towers.
  • To bring the pollinator-friendly habitats to life, Great River Energy has partnered with MNL, a Minnesota-based ecological restoration company with decades of experience in native seeding and land restoration.
  • To learn more about the benefits of pollinator habitat, Great River Energy's commitment and how to create an impact in your own backyard, visit pollinatorstrong.com .

Cleveland-Cliffs Gains Minnesota Executive Council Approval of Iron Ore Mineral Leases at Nashwauk

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Thursday, May 25, 2023
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Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. (NYSE: CLF) issued a statement today regarding the Minnesota Executive Council’s approval of state mineral leases for more than 2,600 acres of iron ore at the Nashwauk mine site in Itasca County, Minnesota.

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  • Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. (NYSE: CLF) issued a statement today regarding the Minnesota Executive Council’s approval of state mineral leases for more than 2,600 acres of iron ore at the Nashwauk mine site in Itasca County, Minnesota.
  • Today’s approval is a final action and Cleveland-Cliffs has now assumed these leases.
  • Cleveland-Cliffs’ Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, Lourenco Goncalves, stated, “Today’s approval of these leases by the Minnesota Executive Council resolves years of uncertainty regarding Hibbing Taconite’s mine life.
  • Cleveland-Cliffs will immediately begin the work necessary to develop this quality ore body as an extension of Hibbing Taconite.

Cleveland-Cliffs Reaches Agreement for State of Minnesota Iron Ore Mineral Leases at Nashwauk

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Thursday, May 4, 2023
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Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. (NYSE: CLF) issued a statement today related to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) determination that it will ask the Executive Council to approve new leases with Cleveland-Cliffs for state ore near Nashwauk, Minnesota.

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  • Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. (NYSE: CLF) issued a statement today related to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) determination that it will ask the Executive Council to approve new leases with Cleveland-Cliffs for state ore near Nashwauk, Minnesota.
  • Lourenco Goncalves, Cleveland-Cliffs’ Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, said, “Cleveland-Cliffs and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources have reached an agreement on a package of State iron ore mineral leases at the Nashwauk mine site for review by the Minnesota Executive Council on May 25.
  • We would not be at this very place without Governor Walz’s leadership and the great work of the Minnesota DNR professionals.
  • I look forward to the Minnesota Executive Council’s review and approval of this lease package on May 25.”

Dauntless Air Enters 2023 Wildfire Season 17 Fire Bosses Strong; Completes Rigorous 2-Week Annual Training

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Monday, March 13, 2023
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9 of Dauntless’ water-scooping planes were used during the company’s 2-week annual training, which concluded last week in Cleburne, Texas.

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  • 9 of Dauntless’ water-scooping planes were used during the company’s 2-week annual training, which concluded last week in Cleburne, Texas.
  • Dauntless pilots worked on radio communication skills with an Air Attack platform that flew above a target training area.
  • This year, Dauntless will support federal and state wildfire operations across the U.S. through exclusive use and call-when-needed contracts.
  • For more news and information on the 2023 wildfire season, follow Dauntless Air on Instagram , Facebook , LinkedIn and Twitter .

Historic Fort Snelling Upper Post Gains New Life as Affordable Housing for Veterans

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Monday, November 14, 2022
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MINNEAPOLIS, Nov. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fort Snellings Upper Post a historic army barracks which hosted soldiers in both world wars is now home to an affordable housing community for veterans, service members and first responders.

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  • MINNEAPOLIS, Nov. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fort Snellings Upper Post a historic army barracks which hosted soldiers in both world wars is now home to an affordable housing community for veterans, service members and first responders.
  • The first veterans have come home to Upper Post Flats, a community of 192 modern apartment homes built on the site of Minnesotas first national historic landmark.
  • Dominium, the Twin Cities-based affordable housing developer charged with renovating and repurposing the site, plans to give housing preference at Upper Post Flats to Americas service members, veterans, first responders and their families in recognition of their sacrifice and the sites history.
  • The walled Lower Post was built in the 1820s, with the addition of the Upper Post beginning in 1878.

U of M Medical School receives $18.8M grant from the Helmsley Charitable Trust to provide AEDs across Minnesota

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Tuesday, June 7, 2022
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PAUL, June 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust announces an $18.8 million grant to the University of Minnesota Medical School.

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  • PAUL, June 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust announces an $18.8 million grant to the University of Minnesota Medical School.
  • The grant aims to provide law enforcement officers and first responders across Minnesota with more than 8,300 automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to improve cardiac arrest survival rates.
  • We are very grateful to the Helmsley Charitable Trust for their continuing trust and support in our center and state.
  • The University of Minnesota Medical School is at the forefront of learning and discovery, transforming medical care and educating the next generation of physicians.

Minnesota-based Initiative Launches Circular Economy for Flexible Films

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Wednesday, May 4, 2022
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This initiative reflects General Mills commitment to regenerating our planet and shows whats possible when we work together to find creative solutions to shared challenges.

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  • This initiative reflects General Mills commitment to regenerating our planet and shows whats possible when we work together to find creative solutions to shared challenges.
  • However, only an estimated five percent of flexible films used in the U.S. are recycled each year, with the rest being landfilled, incinerated or even released into the environment.
  • We are building a regional ecosystem to support circular approaches for flexible film, said JoAnne Berkenkamp, managing director of MBOLD, an initiative of GREATER MSP.
  • About the Circular Economy Initiative Participants: