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

Construction and demolition projects produce twice the amount of waste of household trash every year. A new MPCA grant aims to reduce that amount by funding innovative building material reuse projects.

Across the state, water softeners contribute significantly to chloride pollution. Here’s how to make sure your water softener isn’t sending excess salt into the environment

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

Contaminated land creates significant problems for our health, environment, and economy in Minnesota. By cleaning up problem areas and protecting against future contamination, we can make land safe…

Smart technology, conservation practices, and a commitment to clean water help this family dairy and crop operation thrive — while protecting rivers, streams, and future generations.

When food spoils or is thrown away before we eat it, the resources that went into creating the food are wasted.

Conditionally exempt facilities do not need an air quality permit if they follow specific requirements.

The MPCA is committed to engaging broadly with the public and ensuring that residents affected by its decisions have a voice in its processes.

Lights, camera, antics! Students at Century College script and produce a fun video as part of their coursework.

Each year, Minnesotans throw away more than 850,000 tons of recyclables, worth around $153 million. Here's how we're reducing those numbers in Greater Minnesota.

Composting organic waste and compostable products creates a valuable product that improves soil fertility, conserves water, and reduces erosion.

To commemorate the 2023 fish sampling season, Martha Young enlisted her mother to create a piece of seed art that will go on display at the 2024 Eco Experience

From shorter winter ice seasons to shifting fish populations, climate change is transforming Minnesota lakes as we know them.

Learn about environmental regulations that may apply to your business. It is not an exhaustive list, so other regulations may apply.

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

Minnesota rules require many facilities that produce air emissions to conduct performance testing.

As part of the PFAS pollution prevention law called Amara’s Law, manufacturers are required to report intentionally added PFAS in products sold in Minnesota and pay a fee. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has extended the reporting due date to Sept. 15, 2026.

Willernie-based Revitri won the MPCA’s Green and Sustainable Chemistry Prize for its innovative manufactured glass beads

Any facility that emits air pollutants above certain levels is required to have an air quality permit.