Advocating for Stronger Environmental Education Policies
MAEE actively supports key legislation at both state and national levels that strengthens environmental education. Our efforts focus on policies that secure funding, expand program access, and integrate environmental literacy into school curricula across Minnesota.
We collaborate with partners like NAAEE to promote federal initiatives such as the Every Student Succeeds Act, which includes provisions for environmental education funding. Locally, MAEE engages with lawmakers and community members to ensure environmental education remains a priority in Minnesota’s education system.
Current Advocacy Initiatives
Key Environmental Education Frameworks
Essential Documents and Links Guiding Environmental Education in Minnesota
A detailed framework defining essential environmental concepts and their recommended teaching order.
EE in Minnesota Map
An interactive resource connecting organizations advancing environmental education throughout Minnesota’s diverse biomes.
The state’s comprehensive environmental education plan from 2008 to 2018, outlining strategic goals and actions.
MN Report Cards on Environmental Literacy
Three statewide surveys assessing the environmental knowledge and attitudes of Minnesota adults over time.
