This article series recognizes regulated parties that work to go above and beyond to achieve and maintain compliance and to enhance their part of the world.
Rick Baird protects the Minnesota and Blue Earth rivers
Above and beyond. The City of Mankato's Rick Baird is leading efforts to protect water quality from runoff and hazardous spills.
MPCA recognizes GAF for reducing air emissions
Above and beyond. MPCA recognizes this Minneapolis manufacturer for proactively reducing air emissions and carbon footprint
Southwest Light Rail Extension goes above and beyond
Above and beyond. In the management of construction stormwater, MPCA recognizes Southwest Light Rail Extension project for responsible development through stormwater controls.
MPCA recognizes Christensen Farms for water conservation
Above and beyond. Innovations in delivering water to livestock increase efficiency and reduce waste.
Emergency response and management
Above and beyond. MPCA recognizes the Cottonwood Fire Department for quick response and partnership in containing a fuel oil spill.
Under/above ground storage tanks
Above and beyond. MPCA recognizes Derek Medved for proactive, responsible tank management at his gas stations.
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.
Above and beyond: Construction stormwater
Above and beyond. MPCA recognizes Minnesota Power and MnDNR for proactive construction stormwater management
Emergency preparedness
Above and beyond. MPCA recognizes Marty Glynn for helping to create MnWARN, the Minnesota Water/Wastewater Agency Response Network.
Industrial stormwater
Above and beyond. MPCA recognizes Sunnyside Marina for voluntary improvements to their boat-wash operations. Their new treatment system collects and cleans wash water, reducing water use by 80%.
Hazardous waste collection partnership
Above and beyond. MPCA recognizes government agency partnerships to collect hazardous wastes
Managing flood debris and solid waste
Above and beyond. MPCA recognizes Scott Helfman and Lloyd's Construction Services for managing flood debris and solid waste.
Feedlot manure management
Above and beyond. MPCA recognizes Bartholome Farms for responsible feedlot manure management.
Stormwater runoff management
Above and beyond. MPCA recognizes Ramsey County for responsible stormwater runoff management
Emergency response preparedness
Above and beyond. MPCA recognizes the city of Minneapolis' integrated emergency response preparedness.
Industrial wastewater treatment
Above and beyond. MPCA recognizes Liberty Paper, Inc., for improved industrial wastewater treatment in Becker.
Septic system maintenance
Above and beyond. MPCA recognizes Douglas County for innovation in septic system maintenance record keeping.
Wastewater treatment upgrades
Above and beyond. MPCA recognizes Central Iron Range Sanitary Sewer District (Chisholm, Minn.) for long-term wastewater treatment improvements.
Industrial wastewater technical assistance
Above and beyond. MPCA recognizes the MnTAP Internship Program for helping industry better manage wastewater.
Power companies take aggressive steps to slash mercury pollution
Above and beyond. MPCA recognizes Xcel Energy and Minnesota Power for working diligently at reducing mercury emissions.
Petroleum storage tank management
Above and beyond. MPCA recognizes Holiday Station Stores for extra efforts to control gasoline vapors
Industrial stormwater management
Above and beyond. MPCA recognizes Valmont Industries for minimizing stormwater pollution through best management practices
Partnering to dispose of illegal drugs
Above and beyond. The MPCA recognizes 3M Company for partnering with law enforcement to incinerate illegal drugs.
Shamrock Environmental Landfill goes above and beyond
Above and beyond. MPCA thanks Shamrock Environmental Landfill for going above and beyond for flood debris management and continuing community education.
Lindström goes above and beyond to protect local waters
Above and beyond. MPCA recognizes the city of Lindström for linking quality growth to water quality by implementing community-wide stormwater practices.
Making the most of manure
Above and beyond. Baers Poultry in Lake Park is installing a state-of-the art dry conveyer system for manure so they can stop outdoor manure composting and use of liquid manure.
Supporting environmental emergency preparedness
Above and beyond. MPCA recognizes Wakota CAER for supporting preparedness for public safety and environmental protection.
Donating a new septic system
Above and beyond. MPCA recognizes industry association and Northfield contractor for generously working together to upgrade the septic system at a women’s shelter.