Business News & Updates
CenterPoint Energy Rebate
Installed new natural gas equipment in 2024? Your new furnace, boiler, water heater, thermostat, food service equipment, and more may qualify for a rebate from CenterPoint Energy!
MNimize Single-Use Plastic Reduction
Single-use plastic items are popular in food service businesses due to their convenience, but these items lead to pollution and continual expenses. The free MNimize program assists food service businesses in switching to single-use plastic alternatives, such as compostable or reusable items.
Hennepin County Business Recycling Grants
Hennepin County is offering Business Recycling Grants to help organizations reduce waste while saving money.
Waste Wise Available to Support in Hennepin County Now
Businesses and nonprofits in Hennepin County can partner with Waste Wise to access grants for recycling and organic recycling bins and other waste reduction projects. Recycling rates increase dramatically when there is a recycling bin placed next to every trash can. Taking the time to make these changes is worth it since commercial organizations pay a 38.5% tax on waste in Hennepin County, but recycling and organic recycling are tax free.
Minneapolis Green Cost Share dollars are still available
There is still Minneapolis Green Cost Share funding available on a first-come, first-served basis, so act quickly!
Keeping your leased space cool in the summer
Three tips from Energy Smart for keeping your leased space cool this summer.
Report on the Opportunities and Challenges for Small Businesses to Access Solar
We’re pleased to share Advancing Small Business Solar Equity: Final Technical Insights Report. This report was co-authored by Lake Street Council, Great Plains Institute, and William Weber Consulting, with contributions from the Neighborhood Development Center and Northside Economic Opportunities Network.
Say goodbye to single-use plastics
Transitioning from single-use plastics can improve operations and increase sustainability. MNimize provides food service businesses with practical alternatives like recyclable, compostable, or reusable items. Take advantage of a $1,000 MNimize rebate to offset your transition costs.
Free Waste Reduction Assistance and Grant Funding Now Available
In Hennepin County, there's a 38.5% tax levied on waste destined for landfills or incinerators. However, recycling and organics recycling are tax-exempt!