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Highlights:
U’s solar car team finishes 5th in the 2008 North American Solar Challenge. more>>
EVENT: August 18, Biofuels, Bioenergy, and Bioproducts from Sustainable Ag and Forest Crops Conference. More>>

Initiatives:
Geospatial Consortium
Initiative for Renewable Energy and the Environment
River Life Program: the Mississippi and U
Sustainable U


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Institute on the Environment
As the gateway to and the link between “all things environmental” at the University of Minnesota, the Institute is discovering solutions and delivering results to the region, the nation and the world. more>>
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A world-class scientist of earth systems modeling, Dr. Foley is an exceptionally creative and experienced institution builder, with a rich and high-impact range of interdisciplinary research, teaching and outreach experience. His work examines complex global environmental systems and their interactions with human societies. He shares a commitment and vision to see that the Institute on the Environment flourishes as one of the finest in the world. more>> |

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FarmFest 2008: August 5-7. The 27th Annual FarmFest will be at the Gilfillan Estate in Redwood County featuring forums, demonstrations, entertainment and information on farming technologies. more>> |
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Statewide Conservation and Preservation Plan Launches:
The SCPP charts long-term strategies for addressing critical issues and trends impacting Minnesota. more>>
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Message from the President
“Environmental issues will be at the center of our public discourse for at least the next 100 years, and the Institute will play a key role in shaping the conversation.”
University of Minnesota President Robert H. Bruininks |
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