THE GREEN INSTITUTE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN

Since 1993, The Green Institute has grown from its roots as a neighborhood-based movement to become one of the state’s leading non-profit innovators developing tangible solutions that improve the environment and communities.

The Green Institute is home to a broad range of programs and initiatives, which include: ReUse Center and DeConstruction Services, Green Building, Community Energy and Consulting Services. 


What's New

ReUse July Members' Special:  33% Off Windows

Haven't heard about a ReUse Center Membership yet?

  • For $50 dollars a year, you will qualify for member-only sales
  • Members will be alerted by email of monthly member-only specials
  • Visit one of our stores to sign up for a membership, and to receive further details.

Announcement: The Green Institute Sells its Building and Looks to the Future

New Tools: Is your fridge an energy hog? Are your faucets water-wasters?  With these easy-to-use guides developed by the Green Institute, you can determine whether it's time to make an improvement. 

Media Release: The Green Institute Partners with the American Indian OIC in Putting Federal Stimulus Dollars to Work

Article: MRES Founder and early Green Institute volunteer Doug Shoemaker is featured in Solar Today Online

New Article: "Energy Efficiency for Lake Street Businesses"

The Green Institute is working with Energy Smart and the Lake Street Business Council to develop a series of workshops that assist businesses in the Lake Street Area save energy and reduce their carbon footprint on their budget.

New Resources: The Office of Energy Security released these reports summarizing the Minnesota Solar Electric Rebate Program and Minnesota Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Incentives

                               

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