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Water science on Lake of the Woods
Water researchers braved the wind and waves on Lake of the Woods in late October to retrieve water monitoring data.
Citizen science in action: Sheri Berg and family
Volunteer water monitoring runs deep for the Berg family in Becker County; they've been involved for more than three decades.
Wastewater operators critical to public health
The MPCA wants to thank wastewater treatment operators for their continued vigilance and service in the face of our current public health challenges.
In-person, public meetings for Line 3 canceled
Following COVID-19 guidance, all in-person, public meetings for Enbridge's proposed Line 3 replacement project are canceled. The public is invited to comment online.
Do not flush items other than toilet paper down your toilet
Due to the coronavirus concerns, there has been a run on toilet paper in stores. Don't let that tempt you to flush wipes, tissues, or other similar items down the toilet.
Citizen science in action
Beth LaVigne, a long-time volunteer stream monitor in Duluth, provides important data about Tischer Creek. She also incorporates her monitoring work into her classroom work as a professor of education.
Farmer-led coalition dishes the ‘dirt’ on soil health
The recently formed Minnesota Soil Health Coalition is encouraging farmers to adopt practices that will benefit the environment and their bottom lines.
Fire at Northern Metals facility in Becker
In the wake of the Northern Metals fire (Feb. 18-21), MPCA is assessing environmental impacts to surface and ground waters and soils.
Apply to be a host site for MN GreenCorps
Deadline is March 18. MPCA seeks organizations interested in becoming host sites for the 2020-2021 year. Do you have a project idea for a motivated and capable Minnesota GreenCorps member to take on?
Minnesotans share views on Clean Cars proposal
We asked, you answered: thousands of residents from across the state have shared their thoughts on the proposed Clean Cars Minnesota rule. What are they saying?
Commissioner Bishop and Governor Walz tour Recycling and Energy Center
Elected officials visited a metro-area recycling facility that is planning ways to reduce waste, cut greenhouse gas emissions, and provide additional services to residents.
Under/above ground storage tanks
Above and beyond. MPCA recognizes Derek Medved for proactive, responsible tank management at his gas stations.
GreenStep Cities celebrates 10 years, looks to future
Cities and partners around the state are celebrating 10 years of the GreenStep Cities program guiding and supporting cities to become more sustainable.
Don't put your Christmas tree in the trash
Keep that dry pine out of the garbage and even out of the compost site!
New year’s resolution: Watch your waste
Have you resolved to eat healthier and watch your waist this year? Consider also watching your waste!