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Minnesota recycles a lot. The Twin Cities is still building a new landfill.
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· October 5, 2026
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Key points Since 1991, the amount of trash produced has more than doubled. A new landfill is being built in the Twin Cities, indicating ongoing work to manage waste.
Population growth and increased waste per resident have contributed to a significant rise in trash production. Since 1991, the amount of trash produced has more than doubled.
Despite this trend, recycling efforts are underway. Further details on these efforts are available from the source.
A new landfill is being built in the Twin Cities, indicating ongoing work to manage waste. The source provides more information on this development and the state's waste management situation.
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Published: October 5, 2026 ·
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