All Projects

We propose to develop a genetic control tool that exploits the natural process of RNA silencing to effectively control zebra mussels without affecting other species.

This project is to develop cheap clean solar energy by simple roll-to-roll manufacturing. Perovskite is a new photovoltaic material, very economical while maintaining high power conversion efficiency.

A biodegradable product will be developed to replace non-degradable petroleum based plastic used in vegetable and fruit production. This project, if funded, will revolutionize horticulture in Minnesota, and potentially worldwide.

Develop strategies and practical tools to identify conditions that minimize impacts to soil across a wide range of conditions to promote regeneration of diverse forests, wildlife habitat, and timber availability.

Energy storage systems for farms will be developed using wind-generated ammonia. Novel ammonia fuel systems will be tested in a farm grain dryer and engine generator displacing fossil fuels.

We will collect data on occupancy and range of rare pollen specialized bees and their habitat preference to determine status and conservation strategies

Didymo or rock snot has invaded our North Shore streams. We must prevent its further spread and adapt our management approaches to this new invader.

Can we maximize native wetland restoration while minimizing impact on human land use? Evaluating the water-resources impact of targeted agricultural ditch removal on ecosystem restoration.

We will collect donations of prepared, ready-to-eat foods in the Metro area and send these items to local food pantries and meal programs.

The Minnesota Zoo will develop research-supported strategies to engage the public in specific conservation behaviors they can take in order to improve water quality and mussel health across the state.

Utilize ongoing experiments to determine impending EAB impacts on water, vegetation, and wildlife; optimal replacement species and practices for forest diversification; develop indicators and criteria for prioritization of mitigation activities.

We will reduce environmental pollution from plastics by creating eco-friendly replacements using lignin from the pulp mill in Cloquet. The lignin plastics will be similar in strength to polystyrene.

Develop an economic analysis guide of the best practices, tools, and methodologies to include climate economics, including the incorporation of costs and benefits, for use in Minnesota climate policy decisions

This work will provide a more comprehensive assessment of the ecological hazards associated with quinone outside inhibitor (QoI) fungicides and their major environmental transformation products

Elm Creek Restoration Phase IV is a in-stream habitat restoration project that includes 3,670 linear feet of stream bank restoration upstream of Mill Pond Lake

This grant seeks to prevent the spread of starry stonewort and other AIS with improved access infrastructure and strategic civic organizing to increase awareness, action and strategic civic leadership development.

LCCMR's Emerging Issues Account authorized under M.S. 116P.08, Subd. 4. These funds can be allocated to efforts addressing an unexpected and urgent need in an expedited manner.

Create Species Distribution Models (SDMs) for rare species in Minnesota to provide new tools for natural areas conservation and rare species surveys.

A pilot project that will enhance connectivity within the Mississippi Flyway by linking urban neighborhood parks to the Mississippi River through restoration and implementation of identified habitat corridors.

Project will identify characteristics of successful artificial bat roost structures. Data will be used to optimize bat
use and reproduction in these structures to improve survival of WNS impacted bats

Collect baseline information about lower trophic fish diets, the distribution and status of rare benthic fishes, and the movement patterns of large river fishes in the Minnesota River.

We will build an outdoor classroom and up to an additional mile of accessible trails, including a foot bridge connecting the School Forest Trail System.

The Earth Science Teacher Education Project (ESTEP) will provide statewide professional development for Minnesota science teachers in Environmental and Earth Science content and pedagogy to strengthen environmental education in schools.

This research project will provide critical information regarding how to treat surface water (used by 25% of Minnesota's population) to prevent outbreaks of Legionnaires' disease and infections by Mycobacterium avium.

This project will evaluate the effectiveness of two methods to remove exotic hybrid cattail to restore fish and wildlife habitat in Minnesota wetlands.