Ecolab pledges $2M for water conservation

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"The Nature Conservancy is doing valuable work in many of these regions and we are committed to supporting these efforts," Ecolab CEO Doug Baker said.

Jim Hammerand

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Ecolab Inc. has pledged $2 million to The Nature Conservancy for land and water conservation in Minnesota, water protection in Shanghai and reforesting in Monterrey, Mexico.

The St. Paul-based manufacturer of water, hygiene and energy technology made the three-year commitment through the Ecolab Foundation.

The gift is the largest corporate contribution to The Nature Conservancy for its freshwater work in Minnesota, state director Peggy Ladner said in a news release.

"In many areas, water shortages already threaten quality of life, the health of communities and the ability to conduct business," Ecolab CEO Doug Baker said in a statement. "The Nature Conservancy is doing valuable work in many of these regions and we are committed to supporting these efforts."

Jim Hammerand reports on Twin Cities breaking business news for MSPBJ.com and manages online features and social media.