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Environmental Stewardship
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Conservation
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 Stewardship includes minimizing waste, including waste of energy. Minnesota Power's level of generation, though, is determined by customers' demand, so we have worked hard to encourage the most efficient use of energy possible. Land Stewardship
Minnesota Power conducts a continuing program of public awareness and information about energy efficiency. It promotes and even subsidizes energy-efficient devices, ranging from compact fluorescent lamps (bulbs) to huge industrial machines. Rebates and Savings
Minnesota Power has even built a demonstration house that employs state-of-the-art energy conservation techniques and technologies.
Millennium Star, a Minnesota Power Conservation Improvement Project
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In the mid-1990s, Minnesota Power took steps to ensure the long-term preservation of a large natural area. --> Land Grant
Our commitment is also evident in the reclamation process employed by
BNI Coal, our wholly owned subsidiary.
View the Reclamation Process
Boulder Lake Management Area
ShoreLand Traditions "Premier Managed Lake Lands"
Own Land in the Great North Woods " Minnesota Power Land Sales"
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Honors & Recognition
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 Our corporate development team guided the development of EnviroScrub, an emissions-scrubbing substance that could revolutionize electric generation.
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Tim Hagley, a Minnesota Power engineer, has received national recognition for his work in reducing mercury emissions from power plants.
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The Boulder Lake Management Area (BLMA) was assigned the Edison Electric Institute's highest award for excellence for a land management program.
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Hydro Electricity
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 Minnesota Power operates 11 hydroelectricity stations and 16 reservoirs, including the state's largest, on the St. Louis River at Thomson, with a total capacity of 115 megawatts.
Not only does this mean less fossil fuel must be burned but also creates and preserves countless opportunities for enjoying our region's natural beauty — waterfront living, boating, fishing, camping, cross-country skiing, environmental education and more.
ShoreLand Traditions "Premier Managed Lake Lands"
Boulder Lake Management Area
Recreation Areas
Winton Hydroelectric Re-licensing
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Environmental Improvement
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 Although Minnesota Power is proud of its environmental record, we are constantly seeking new ways to provide electricity that have the least possible impact on our environment.
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