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A stormwater system upgrade in Duluth was expanded with the help of an MPCA employee who tapped into available funding. It protects Lake Superior and can serve as an example for other cities and counties.
Hot mix asphalt plants in Minnesota must follow federal and state air standards.
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.
The MPCA is leading multiple initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the transportation sector.
Environmental information and permits that affect hot mix asphalt plants.
What consumers should know about new Minnesota laws prohibiting PFAS in consumer products and the MPCA’s efforts to minimize PFAS pollution by keeping it out of commonly used household products.
Profile of Karl Scheuer, a volunteer with the MPCA's Volunteer Water Monitoring Program
This long-term data gathering initiative helps track trends in water bodies around the state. The MPCA is grateful for every volunteer who has dedicated time to monitoring their favorite lake or stream.
Environmental information and permits that affect metal fabrication and finishing businesses.
MPCA Environmental Assistance grant program puts spotlight on mend-it clinics and other reuse and waste reduction efforts.
The 2025 MPCA annual report on Brownfields celebrated numerous major achievements cleaning up and rehabilitating polluted properties.
Investments in electric vehicle charging stations around Minnesota.
New easy-to-access trainings help small businesses figure out if they are subject to MPCA regulations, and how to become more sustainable.
Environmental information and resources for gas stations.
MPCA online services give users online access to apply for permits and licenses, submit required information, and pay fees and invoices.
Businesses like grocery, liquor, and convenience stores depend on refrigeration systems. Some of these systems, however, can prove expensive to operate and harmful to the environment.
Resources developed by the Minnesota Department of Health and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency to help you spread the word about how Minnesota will reduce “forever chemicals” through Amara’s Law.
The MPCA fined Heron Lake BioEnergy $18,174 for failing to properly maintain safety controls and inspect storage tanks on its property.
Information will support the phase out of nonessential use of “forever chemicals” in Minnesota
Profile of Julia Dady, a volunteer water monitor for Battle Creek in Saint Paul.