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MPCA tests urban air quality with new sensor network
The MPCA installed 44 new air-quality monitors in Minneapolis and St. Paul neighborhoods last spring, and are reporting their findings at upcoming community meetings.
Replacing trees lost to pests and climate change
With help from an MPCA grant, Mississippi Park Connection replaced 15,000 trees in the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area.
Citizen scientists gather at the "Secchi Social"
A gathering in Morris celebrated the good work of volunteers in the MPCA's citizen water monitoring programs.
Climate Week: Celebrating a local ten-year-old's climate activism
Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan and MPCA Commissioner Laura Bishop congratulated ten-year-old Numa Zahra for her climate activism today at the MPCA offices in St. Paul.
Clean Cars Minnesota
Minnesota has proposed adopting the same tailpipe pollution standards that 14 states already have. Better for human health, more consumer choice and less greenhouse gases.
Climate Week: New MPCA grants for clean-air projects
The MPCA has launched a new round of grant funding to help defray the cost of purchasing new, all-electric heavy-duty vehicles and equipment.
MPCA opposes proposed changes to federal water quality rules
MPCA Assistant Commissioner Katrina Kessler explains how sweeping federal changes to Section 401 certification rules could endanger Minnesota's water quality.
Septic systems in Minnesota continue to improve
Constant efforts by Minnesota counties, cities, and townships are protecting state waters from inadequate or failing septic systems.
We Are Water MN exhibit moves to Mille Lacs Lake
The Minnesota Historical Society is hosting the We Are Water MN exhibit at the Mille Lacs Indian Museum in Onamia from September 18 to November 2, 2019.
Pollution prevention: Safer products, safer communities
During this Pollution Prevention Week, we recognize some great efforts by auto shops to reduce air pollution in north Minneapolis.
Company expansion stays on track with MPCA help
MPCA staff helped Legacy Building Solutions meet environmental requirements for its new painting and abrasive blasting operations.
Minnesota River stories: Mankato area paddlers combine river clean-up and recreation
The Minnesota River and its tributaries are popular for recreation, and Mankato-area paddlers play a part in river clean-up.
Seven green myths
Like any myth, the green variety may sprout from kernels of truth. But many are based on false or outdated information.
Ask the MPCA: Creating your own landfill
Can my neighbor just dig a hole and throw his garbage in it?
Five things not to miss at the Eco Experience/MN State Fair
We get it—you're busy. Here's a way to speed through the Eco Experience this year (but we think you'll want to stick around, because it's pretty cool).