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Ramsey County selects Ling Becker as next county manager
The county manager is the chief administrative officer of the county and is responsible for implementing policy and overseeing daily operations of the county and county staff.
How to transport hazardous waste (VSQGs only)
Very small quantity generators (VSQGs) may transport their hazardous waste to Ramsey County’s VSQG Collection Program given they follow transportation guidelines. Here’s a quick guide.
Press conference to promote harm prevention through safe gun storage, free gun locks
Ramsey County leaders are teaming up with community members to reinforce a simple, but important message: safe gun storage saves lives.
Ramsey County adopts groundbreaking Climate Equity Action Plan
The Ramsey County Board, Tuesday, April 16, unanimously adopted a fully integrated Climate Equity Action Plan. Developed by staff, community, and key partners the plan aims to reduce greenhouse gases and help community survive and thrive in changing climate conditions.
Ramsey County Board Approves Purchase and Sale Agreement with Ryan Companies for 40-acre parcel at Rice Creek Commons
Shovel-ready commercial parcel expected to create hundreds of jobs, business opportunities and advance development vision of overall site.
Seeking out second-hand goods for your home
Shopping used is not only a great way to help the planet, but you can also save money, support local businesses and fill your home with one-of-a-kind items.
Ramsey County breaks ground on 30,530 square-foot new Environmental Service Center
Ramsey County marked an important milestone on our community's path toward a more sustainable future with a groundbreaking ceremony for a new Environmental Service Center.
Food scraps pickup program: Available to all residents of Maplewood and North St. Paul!
Maplewood and North St. Paul residents now have a new way to recycle food scraps through Ramsey and Washington counties’ food scraps pickup program.
Recycling your worn-out clothes
The fashion industry has a large environmental footprint. Fast-changing styles and trends can lead to a lot of non-durable clothing being made and bought. At the end of the clothing lifecycle is another issue: clothing can be difficult to recycle.
City & County Credit Union secondary naming rights sponsorship approved for TCO Sports Garden
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners approved a contract with City & County Credit Union for secondary naming rights of the fieldhouse at TCO Sports Garden in Vadnais Heights.
On climate justice: Preparing for climate migration
A climate migrant is someone who has moved, either within or from outside the country where they live, because of current or anticipated environmental impacts.
Consider self-assessments to maintain hazardous waste compliance
Generators don’t need to wait for an inspection to check up on their hazardous waste management practices. Consider periodic hazardous waste self-assessments to stay on track.
On climate justice: Climate change and mental health
When we think of climate change, we may not immediately think of metal health. Still, these two are strongly linked.
Get to know your fridge
Beat the heat this summer by spending some quality time with one of the coolest places in the house - the refrigerator. Getting to know your refrigerator can help you reduce food waste, save money and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
New fish consumption guidance issued
Health officials advise some not to eat fish from two local bodies of water.
Ramsey/Washington Food Scraps Pickup Program and recyclable recovery to divert enough food waste to fill Allianz field three times
Ramsey/Washington Recycling & Energy (R&E), celebrated the completion of innovative enhancements at the R&E Center, a 450,000 ton per year solid waste processing facility in Newport on Monday, July 17. These enhancements, which include a building addition and next-generation technology and equipment to sort more materials from the trash, will support the launch of one of the largest residential co-collection food scrap recycling programs in the country.
Decreasing Non-Public-Safety Traffic Stops
Press conference announcing non-public-safety traffic stop results and community alternatives
Moving soon? Try these tips to reduce waste
Moving can create a lot of waste. Boxes, packing supplies and items you no longer want can add up. If you’re moving soon, the following tips can help you waste less.
Help prevent the spread of jumping worms
Worms play an important role in garden soil health, but the spread of a relatively new invasive worm species threatens our ecosystem.
On climate justice: Temperatures and ticks on the rise mean greater risk of certain illnesses
Warming temperatures, increased precipitation and more frequent severe weather have already led to changes in our local ecology.