Minneapolis, nicknamed "City of Lakes" is the largest city in the state of Minnesota. Its name is attributed to the city's first schoolteacher, who combined mni, a Dakota Sioux word for water, and polis, the Greek word for city. The City of Minneapolis is committed to citywide economic opportunity and environmental health. Sustainability means balancing those concerns in the present without sacrificing future generations’ ability to meet their own needs. The City of Minneapolis prides itself in being a leader in developing efficient, sustainable practices and facilities, and provides resources for residents and businesses to take action to protect our environment now and for future generations.