
Sustainability in Eagan
In 2022, the City of Eagan launched a sustainability initiative. The initiative will inform and fund efforts toward a sustainable future.
How will we work toward this goal?
Here's the high-level plan:
- Fund our work toward a sustainable future through a franchise fee
- Create a strategic plan through a collaborative process
- Hire a sustainability coordinator to help guide the process
Why the focus on sustainability?
Minnesota's climate is changing and will continue to do so for the foreseeable future. Temperatures are increasing — especially in winter — and larger, more frequent extreme weather events are occurring. We see it when ice skating season is shorter, when we prepare as much for ice as for snow, and when we need to design stormwater infrastructure to accommodate heavier rainfall.
"There is nothing more essential to our collective health than the air and water around us," Mayor Mike Maguire said in his 2022 State of the City address.
Eagan Impacts
Here are a few of the ways the changing climate already affects life in our community. Our initiative will work to address services, programs, and policies around these issues and more.

Take Action—Sustainable Actions for Residents
Sustainable Eagan Academy
Led by members of the Sustainable Eagan Advisory Committee (SEAC) in collaboration with City staff, our innovative program is designed for people of all backgrounds. This series is community-driven and offers monthly sessions on diverse topics related to environmental sustainability.
Other Sustainable Actions
Highlighted Programs
All Things Green
Dakota County Residential Organics Drop-Site Program
Eagan's Plan to Help Pollinators Year-Round
Native Plantings and Education
Shade Tree Management Programs
Odd-Even Outdoor Watering
Smart Irrigation Program
Water Conservation
Be SMART When Using Salt this Winter
Adopt-A-Storm Drain
Eagan Named GreenSteps City
Rain Gardens
WaterSmart Irrigation Tips
Healthy Lawn Tips
Be Green All Year
Buckthorn Management
Radon Testing: Be Safe At Home
Bright Lights, Big Savings: Eagan Saves with LED
Solar and Energy Improvements
Sustainable Eagan Advisory Commission
How did we get here?
The City already works with residents and businesses to preserve Eagan's natural environment in many ways, including:
- The Water Resources team and our volunteer programs work to protect and preserve Eagan's 1,200 lakes, streams, and ponds.
- Eagan's forestry team's efforts along with the 12,000 trees residents who planted on private property help keep our air clean and healthy.
- Later this year, all City facilities will be powered by wind and solar energy.
- The City has charging stations for electric vehicles at the Eagan Community Center and City Hall, with future stations planned around the city.