Take Action

The Sustainability Office coordinates city-wide efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Local businesses and non-profits offer opportunities to reduce your footprint and save money at home and at work. Click on the photo icons to learn more about the ideas listed below or get involved with a local environmental organization to prevent climate change. If you would like to receive occasional email updates about Minneapolis sustainability initiatives, news, and events, please subscribe to our email list.

Save Energy & Buy Renewables


Get an energy audit and learn more about rebates from the Home Energy Squad	Power your home with wind from Xcel Energy	Power your home with solar energy

Prevent Waste


Compost food and other waste through the City's Organics Recycling Program	Recycle more by following the Solid Waste and Recycling guidelines	Become a zero hero by reducing waste

Save Fuel


Ride Metro Transit bus and LRT	Rent a Nice Ride	Use a car sharing program	Get more information about bicycling in Minneapolis

Use electric vehicles

Other Actions


Plant a tree with support from the City Trees program	Improve water quality with the Adopt-A-Drain program	Support our local food system	Save money and energy at work with these resources