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Radon awareness

January 17, 2024

Protecting our family: Gregory’s journey to healthier living in Minneapolis through radon awareness

After his home tested high for radon levels, Gregory Wheeler called the City of Minneapolis to help keep his family safe and healthy.

Together, we can build healthier communities through radon education and mitigation.

Read about radon and how to get a low-cost test kit

Go solar today

Oct. 25, 2023

Increasing the use of solar in our communities

The City's Climate Equity Plan seeks to increase the use of solar in our communities.

  • Since 2017, more than 1,700 homes have gone solar in Minneapolis.
  • The City hopes to increase that number to 15,000 by 2032.

We're partnering with EnergySage to help community members:

  • Explore solar options
  • Compare reputable solar installation companies

Find a solar installation company in your area on EnergySage

Read about the City's Solar program

Solar panels on building in Minneapolis

Contact us

Minneapolis Health Department

Email Health Department

Phone

612-673-2301

Address

Public Service Building
505 Fourth Ave. S., Room 520
Minneapolis, MN 55415