East 7th: Climate Action & Clean Energy in Saint Paul
About this Event
How is Saint Paul preparing for a more sustainable and resilient future? What role can neighbors, businesses, and community organizations play in shaping that future?
Join us for an engaging community conversation featuring local leaders working to advance climate action and clean energy solutions in Saint Paul. During this session, you'll learn about the City's recently updated Climate Action & Resilience Plan (CARP), which outlines a path toward citywide carbon neutrality by 2050, as well as emerging opportunities for Thermal Energy Networks (TENs) and community geothermal energy projects on the East Side.
Whether you're passionate about sustainability, curious about renewable energy, or simply interested in what's happening in your neighborhood, this event offers an opportunity to learn, ask questions, and connect with others working toward a cleaner, healthier future for Saint Paul.
The presentation will be followed by a community Q&A and discussion.
Topics include:
- Saint Paul's updated Climate Action & Resilience Plan (CARP)
- Local climate priorities and community impacts
- How Thermal Energy Networks (TENs) work
- Community geothermal energy opportunities on the East Side
- Ways residents and businesses can get involved
Open to all. No prior knowledge or experience required.
Speakers
- Liz Boyer
Climate Action Coordinator, City of Saint Paul
Liz Boyer serves as Climate Action Coordinator for the City of Saint Paul, where she leads local climate initiatives and advances the City's Climate Action & Resilience Plan (CARP). She is passionate about connecting people and organizations around shared climate and community goals. Liz will provide an overview of the newly adopted 2026 CARP and the City’s vision for achieving net-zero carbon emissions goals.
- Paolo Speirn
Geothermal Program Developer, Cooperative Energy Futures
Paolo Speirn has spent years helping communities advance practical climate solutions through energy efficiency and renewable energy initiatives. Today, he works with Cooperative Energy Futures to develop innovative networked geothermal systems designed to reduce energy costs, improve efficiency, and help communities transition away from fossil fuels. Paolo will discuss Thermal Energy Networks (TENs) and the growing opportunities for geothermal energy in Saint Paul.
Host Organization
Unidos Saint Paul
Unidos Saint Paul partners with local communities to advance clean, renewable energy while advocating for climate justice policies and funding. The organization has helped champion innovative sustainability projects, including The Heights geothermal network, a nationally recognized model for community-scale clean energy. Unidos works to ensure residents, businesses, and neighborhoods have a voice in shaping Saint Paul's climate future.
Relevant Resources
- Saint Paul Climate Action & Resilience Plan (CARP): https://www.stpaul.gov/sites/default/files/carp-2026
- Cooperative Energy Futures: cooperativeenergyfutures.com
- Unidos Saint Paul: https://unidos-mn.org/saint-paul
- The Heights Geothermal Network: https://theheightssaintpaul.com/sustainability/
- Saint Paul Climate Action Dashboard: climateaction.stpaul.gov
About the Civic Engagement Series
We believe thriving communities are built through informed, engaged neighbors. Our Civic Engagement Series creates opportunities for community members to learn about local issues, hear from experts and advocates, and participate in meaningful conversations about the future of our region.
From sustainability and climate action to social justice and public policy, these events provide a welcoming space to connect, learn, and engage. Whether you're new to the topic or already involved, you're invited to join the conversation.
Where is it happening?
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