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Environmental information and resources for the automotive industry
RoundtableRx is a nonprofit operating the Minnesota Medication Repository Program, which reduces pharmaceutical waste by collecting excess medication for redistribution. The MPCA recently provided a $52,910 grant for education and outreach to help solve the pharmaceutical waste issue in Minnesota.
Partner with an award-winning exhibition to engage Minnesotans with environmental ideas, challenges, and inspiration for a better future.
Contact the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency by phone or online form. This page includes office locations and options to requests for assistance or report emergencies.
This page provides assistance for local units of government with development and implementation of their SSTS program.
Environmental information and permits that affect grain elevators, feed mills and fertilizer mixing plants.
When food spoils or is thrown away before we eat it, the resources that went into creating the food are wasted.
Many residents have questions and concerns about loud noises or unpleasant odors that may be associated with industries or businesses in their community.
Recycling market development works to expand end markets and boost the demand for recycled materials.
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
Some Minnesota companies are helping expand the use of recycled materials in the state, thanks to market development grants from the MPCA.
Clearing ice? Before you reach for the salt bag and begin to scatter, consider using other tools to get the job done that are less toxic to our waterways and our beloved pets, and will save you money.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, age, or sex in administration of its programs or activities, and, MPCA does not intimidate or retaliate against any individual or group because they have exercised their rights to participate in actions protected, or oppose actions prohibited, by 40 C.F.R. Parts 5 and 7, or for the purpose of interfering with such rights.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency places members with host sites throughout Minnesota each year. Members serve full-time for 11 months (Sept. 2026 through Aug. 20227) at environmental nonprofits, government agencies, and educational institutions.
Apply for funds to help assess sites with known or suspected contamination and develop remediation plans.
Where possible, permit holders must use MPCA's e-Services to apply for reissuance and administrative amendments.
Collaboration and engagement have been keys to progress in the St. Louis River AOC.
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.
Help your school get a recycling program organized and operating successfully.
The MPCA enforces federal and state requirements for air quality permitting.