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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.
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.
New year’s resolution: Watch your waste
Have you resolved to eat healthier and watch your waist this year? Consider also watching your waste!
Preventing pollution on the fly
Above and beyond. Quick thinking and actions by wastewater treatment operators in Orr, Minn., prevented major upset to the city's wastewater treatment system in the wake of a business fire.
Farm-city collaboration helps Waverly Lake
A sustained and collaborative effort by residents, farmers, state and local governments, and other stakeholders has resulted in improved water quality in Waverly Lake.
Protecting our unpolluted waters
The MPCA doesn't only identify contaminated waters in need of restoration. It also calls out areas with excellent water quality that we must protect to keep healthy.
Ag-urban partnership to help the Minnesota River
Cities and ag stakeholders are getting together to find ways to improve water quality in the Minnesota River.