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Spring is the time for awakening gardens from their slumber and cleaning up the yard. It’s also a good time to start thinking about a backyard compost pile. Here’s how to build one that’ll enhance soil health and that your neighbors won’t mind.

Profile of Julia Dady, a volunteer water monitor for Battle Creek in Saint Paul.

MPCA's fish sampling process and why we do it

Pollinators are essential to everyday Minnesotans, our economy, and our food production. Learn why these pollinators are so vital through exhibits at this year’s Eco Experience.

Question and answer session with Lisa Weidemann, a community affairs specialist with the MPCA, about her work with the agency.

MPCA keeps its public data easily accessible for convenient use.

Dakota County is now hosting We Are Water MN, a traveling exhibit and community engagement program that explores Minnesotans’ relationships with water.

The Legislature has given the MPCA the authority to develop rules to protect state environmental resources.

Answers to frequently asked questions about compliance and MPCA's enforcement of environmental rules in Minnesota.

Application fees must be submitted with your permit application. The submittal cover page form will help you add up the points assigned to each type of permit application or request. Multiply the…

Data shows that ice cover on Minnesota's lakes doesn't last as long as it used to. That means a shorter ice fishing season, yes, but it also has implications for the environment and Minnesota's fish and wildlife.

Permits for wastewater treatment require monthly, quarterly, or annual reporting of discharge monitoring results

Recycling is good for Minnesota's economy. It supports more than 60,000 jobs in our state, paying almost $3.4 billion in wages and adds nearly $15.7 billion to Minnesota's economy.

Recycling market development works to expand end markets and boost the demand for recycled materials.

Medicines flushed down the drain can contaminate water, which can hurt fish and other aquatic wildlife, and end up in our drinking water.

Some Minnesota companies are helping expand the use of recycled materials in the state, thanks to market development grants from the MPCA.

Instructions for preparing for and completing the online exam for underground storage tank operator certification.

Answers to common questions about the Construction Stormwater Permit application

Investments in electric vehicle charging stations around Minnesota.

What's in My Neighborhood provides a wide variety of environmental information about your community. Search for:properties that were previously contaminated and those being investigated for…