New Board Member: Thomas Braun, Stoel Rives
We're proud to announce that Thomas J. Braun, Stoel Rives environmental attorney, joined Great River Greening’s Board of Directors and will serve a one-year term, starting immediately.Mr. Braun’s experience in energy and the environment will assist the board as they set strategic priorities and continue our important work. Additionally, Mr. Braun is committed to community-based restoration; his volunteer experience at South Washington Conservation Corridor helped stabilize a floodplain and protect a native prairie.
“I am thrilled to help Great River Greening continue to thrive and grow in its ability to take on restoration projects throughout Minnesota,” Braun said. “Its work conserving the ecology and beauty of our state benefits all of us.”
An associate in Stoel Rives’ Environmental, Natural Resources and Land Use Group, Braun represents clients at the federal, state, and local levels in matters involving environmental and energy issues. He has experience in the management, remediation, and redevelopment of contaminated properties and in the siting, permitting, and development of large commercial facilities. Braun has helped clients resolve enforcement actions brought by governmental regulators, including the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Minnesota Pollution Control Agency.Braun serves on the Section Council for the Minnesota State Bar Association Environmental, Natural Resources and Energy Law Section. He earned his law degree, magna cum laude, from the University of Minnesota Law School and undergraduate degree, summa cum laude, from the University of Minnesota.About Stoel Rives LLP: Stoel Rives is a leading U.S. corporate and litigation law firm. One of the largest national firms focused on energy, natural resources, climate change and the environment, Stoel Rives also serves the agribusiness, real estate and construction, food and beverage, health care, life sciences, and technology industries. With more than 350 attorneys operating out of 10 offices in seven states and the District of Columbia, Stoel Rives is a leader in regulatory and compliance matters, and business, labor