KMSU Every Day Is Earth Day

Nov. 12, 2026 - Think you can't afford solar? Think again. Non-profit organization Bright Saver, led by Co-founder and Co-CEO Cora Stryker is working to capture audiences who think they can't afford renewable energy. It could be as easy as going to your local box store an ordering a plug-in appliance to bring solar energy to your home. EDED host Karen Wright talked with Stryker about the new plug-in technology which is in wide use in Germany and how a number of U.S. states are passing laws to bring it here. Learn more at www.brightsaver.org 

October 5, 2026 - The Land Stewardship Project is dedicated to creating transformational change in our food and farming systems. EDED host Karen Wright spoke with Brian Devore, communications coordinator of the Land Stewardship Project of what it will take to change policy and processes to move toward regenerative farming systems.

October 29, 2026 - Two-thirds of North American birds are vulnerable to climate change, threatening their long-term survival as the planet overheats. EDED Host Karen Wright spoke with Al Batt, a naturalist, writer, and humorist from Hartland, Minnesota, about how climate change and environmental shifts impact wildlife, particularly birds and local ecosystems.

Oct. 15, 2026 - The public is invited to a free community event to be held on Sat. Oct. 24, 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. at Minnesota State University, Mankato. EDED host Karen Wright talked with Coalition of Care members Paul Prew and Deb Groebner who are co-chairing the event titled, "Co-designing a Coalition of Care: A Gathering for Collaborative Action in Greater Mankato." The gathering is for any individual or organization interested in facilitating caring actions for people and ecosystems in Greater Mankato. Registration is requested a a free lunch will be served: tinyurl.com/coalitionofcare

https://sites.google.com/view/coalitionofcare/event

October 8, 2026 - If you regularly listen to "Every Day is Earth Day", you are likely someone who cares about clean energy. If so, the CERTs program is for you. EDED Host Karen Wright talked with Jennifer Lindahl, Southeast MN CERT Coordinator, and Keely Rau, CERT Statewide Ambassador Program manager. Learn how you can gain access to the knowledge and skills needed to help others meaningfully participate in clean energy.

Oct. 1, 2026 - The South Central Minnesota Clean Energy Council is hosting its 2nd Annual Mankato Area Solar & Clean Energy Tour on Sat. Oct. 3, 1-4 pm. Meet at the Blue Earth County Library at 1 pm for locations and travel via Car-avan. EDED Host Karen Wright talked with Sabri Fair, Chair of the South Central Minnesota Clean Energy Council about the tour and about ideas to be more energy efficient.

September 24, 2026 - "Thriving with Electrified Lives: Recharge Mankato Roadmap" is a presentation that will be held on Thursday, Sept. 24, 6:30 pm at the Centenary United Methodist Church, 501 2nd St. Mankato, by Kirk Brown, a founding member of Recharge America. EDED host Karen Wright talks with Kirk about the benefits of electrification for Mankato and how our community is a leader in this area, and he will talk about ideas for our future. Sponsored by the SouthCentral Minnesota Clean Energy Council. For more info:  https://www.facebook.com/share/19Hhz4kaf6/

Sept. 17, 2026 - It's the epitome of learning about ways to save our environment. It's "Zero Waste Day in the Park", on Saturday, Sept. 19, 10 am to 1 pm, at the Sibley Park Pavilion, Mankato. EDED Host Karen Wright talked with Mankato Area Zero Waste volunteers Jane Dow and Stephanie Putzier about the many activities at the event - including a clothing swap, a fix-it clinic, clothing repair, electronics recycling and more. There will be live music, kid's activities and a free lunch. www.mankatozerowaste.com

September 10, 2026 - GreenSeam is an ag-focused regional economic development initiative based in Mankato, Minnesota. EDED Host Karen Wright talked with Holly Callaghan, GreenSeam Economic Development Specialist about the organization and the importance of agriculture in Southern Minnesota and how it can be sustainable and resilient in today's environment.

September 3, 2026 - A must-see at the Minnesota State Fair in 2026 are the new displays at the MPCA's Eco Experience. Britt Gangeness, Environmental Education & Outreach Supervisor, shares the history of clean-up efforts of the mighty Mississippi over the past 100 years and how you can learn more through this year's Eco-Experience theme, "A River Runs Through Us."  EDED Host Karen Wright shares some of the other amazing exhibits at the Eco-Experience as the MPCA celebrates the 20th anniversary of this Fair highlight.