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Minnesota group sues Hennepin County over ash from trash incinerator
By Sabrina Salguero Del Cid at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 7, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway RELATED: Resolution signed urging closure of trash incinerator at Hennepin Energy Recovery Center In 2024, the city of Minneapolis approved a resolution to close HERC by the end of 2027.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The lawsuit filed by the Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy against Hennepin County over the Hennepin Energy Recovery Center's toxic ash brings renewed attention to the long-standing concerns about the trash incinerator's impact on Minneapolis' air quality. The city's resolution to close the facility by 2027 acknowledges the incinerator's role as a major source of pollution, contradicting the city's goal of achieving a zero-waste future. As the lawsuit moves forward, it will be crucial to examine how Hennepin County's solid waste management plan can be revised to address the toxicity and volume of ash produced by the incinerator, and whether the county will prioritize compliance with state law. The outcome of this lawsuit may also influence the county's approach to waste management, potentially paving the way for alternative solutions that better align with the city's environmental goals.
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Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
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