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Ben Schierer and Griffin Peck Join West Central Initiative Team
West Central Initiative welcomes Ben Schierer as Director of Civic Partnerships and Griffin Peck as Climate Resilience Officer, bolstering the organization’s regional development work. Schierer will engage with government entities, communities, and organizations to foster strong public-sector partnerships and advocate for regional needs at legislative levels. Peck will spearhead efforts to help communities adapt to…
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An Interview with Olivia Olson about Sustainable Gardening
Spring has arrived in full swing, and many have started to look towards the soil. Gardening provides us with a chance to get outdoors, giving us a space for recharging and reflecting. Part of climate action requires us to look inside our everyday lives and hobbies, asking, “How can I be living in a more…
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A vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable world starts here in west central Minnesota
In December 2023, the Region IV Economic Development District of Minnesota, comprised of elected officials, West Central Initiative board members, and other EDA-required interest groups, approved the region’s first Climate Action Plan. A monumental moment, indeed. The Climate Action Plan is a product of extensive research, consultation with experts, and engagement with the community to…
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