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Sustainable Eden Prairie is an ongoing effort focusing on education and implementation of sustainable practices to protect the environment and natural resources our community enjoys.
Building upon the success of the 20-40-15 initiative, the City is leading by example and providing a foundation for residents and businesses to carry out sustainable practices in four areas — energy, landscape, waste and water.
- 07/20/2021
EPPD Deploys Fully Electric Patrol Car
This week the EPPD is introducing a Tesla Model Y as part of its patrol vehicle fleet.
- 06/10/2021
Community Center Solar Garden
Residents of Eden Prairie will soon have an opportunity to register for a solar energy subscription!
- 05/07/2021
A Message from Mayor Ron Case
The Fredrick-Miller Spring is a local Heritage Preservation Site which is owned by the City and includes protections written in City Code. The spring water will be safe and available for many future generations to enjoy.
- 04/29/2021
City Joins Intercity Challenge to Promote Home Energy Efficiency
Eden Prairie joins 20 other cities to help residents lower their energy bills and increase home comfort.
- 04/28/2021
Adopt a Storm Drain
Adopt a storm drain with your family, friends or neighbors!
- 04/28/2021
Discounted EAB Treatments Available
Eden Prairie has recently experienced a sharp increase in ash trees infested with Emerald Ash Borer (EAB). Citywide group discount available to treat healthy ash trees for EAB.
- 04/14/2021
Eden Prairie Named a Sterling Tree City USA Community
Eden Prairie achieves 10th year of participation in Tree City USA Growth Award Program.
- 12/31/2020
Watersheds Seeking Citizens Advisory Committee Applicants
You can make a difference by volunteering with local watershed districts.
- 12/03/2020
Choose to Reuse
Looking for ways to live sustainably by reducing waste, saving natural resources, conserving energy, preventing pollution and saving money?
- 12/03/2020
Preventing Ice Dams
Schedule a Home Energy Squad visit before it's too late.
- 10/21/2020
City Announces Sustainable Eden Prairie Award Winners
The Sustainable Eden Prairie Award recognizes significant and innovative investments that contribute to the overall vitality and sustainability of the community.
- 08/28/2020
Stop Food Waste Challenge: Create Meals, Not Waste
- 08/27/2020
Heat Brings Back Blue-Green Algae
- 08/19/2020
Eden Prairie Recognized for Environmental Sustainability Efforts
City receives Minnesota GreenStep Cities recognition for its work to conserve resources and reduce waste.
- 05/20/2020
Watershed Assessment Project
Staff is assessing the Lake Smetana watershed to improve water quality.
- 05/20/2020
Rethink Recycling
Know what to recycle, what to throw – and where.
- 12/11/2019
Solar Energy
The City recently installed rooftop solar arrays at three City facilities.
- 11/13/2019
City Announces Sustainable Eden Prairie Award Winners
The Sustainable Eden Prairie Award recognizes significant and innovative investments that contribute to the overall vitality and sustainability of the community.
- 10/10/2019
Home Energy Hub
Learn how to make your home more efficient and comfortable.
- 10/10/2019
Composting at Home
Compost your food and yard waste to improve your soil.
- 09/19/2019
City Designated “SolSmart Gold” for Advancing Solar Energy Growth
Eden Prairie encourages local homes and businesses to obtain affordable, clean and reliable electricity through solar.
- 08/14/2019
City Recognized for Sustainability Efforts
Eden Prairie honored with the Minnesota GreenStep Cities “Step 5” award for third time.
- 06/24/2019
2018 Drinking Water Report
Report says Eden Prairie drinking water met or exceeded federal standards.
- 05/15/2019
City Makes Top 10 in Mayor's Water Challenge
According to the Wyland Foundation, Eden Prairie residents pledged to save 11,405,984 gallons of water.
- 03/20/2019
Bring Broken Items to Fix-It Clinic
Don't throw it away because it doesn't work. Bring it to a Fix-It Clinic!
- 03/06/2019
Recycle Electronics to Protect the Environment
Recycle to keep old electronics from harming the environment.
- 03/06/2019
Reduce Waste by Stopping Junk Mail
Hold the mail to reduce waste.
- 11/28/2018
Renewable Energy Challenge Results
As part of Eden Prairie’s Energy Action Plan, the City recently challenged residents to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions by subscribing to renewable energy programs. Now, the results of the Renewable Energy Challenge are in!
- 11/14/2018
Sustainable Eden Prairie Award Winners
The Sustainable Eden Prairie Award recognizes significant and innovative investments that contribute to the overall vitality and sustainability of the community.
- 11/01/2018
Draft Solid Waste Plan Available for Review
Review the City's 10-year Solid Waste Management Plan draft.