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Billions in state and federal investments accelerate progress on Minnesota’s Climate Action Framework

State will begin engagement next month on an updated framework set to be released in 2025

Coal tar-based sealcoat FAQs

Answers to questions frequently asked by municipalities about management of contaminated sediments in stormwater collection systems that they own and operate.

Closure or termination

Solid waste facilities may close or terminate their permit depending on the solid waste activities occurring at the site.

Solid Waste Capital Assistance Program

The MPCA amended Minnesota Rules relating to the grant application process for the solid waste management capital assistance program.

Cleaning up the St. Louis River

The MPCA is collaborating with many federal, Tribal, state, and local partners to clean up contaminated sites in the Duluth harbor and St. Louis River.

East Metro | 3M PFAS contamination

Groundwater and drinking water in the east Twin Cities metro area is contaminated with PFAS due to 3M's disposal practices at four sites in the area.

Toolkit: No more burn barrels

In Minnesota, backyard burning is illegal for most homeowners. Change disposal habits to protect human health and reduce pollution.

MPCA writes draft wastewater permit for project that combines facilities around Zumbrota

The MPCA is seeking public comment on a draft wastewater permit and accompanying environmental assessment worksheet (EAW) for a new regional sanitary district to serve the communities of Goodhue, Wanamingo, Zumbrota, and Pine Island.

Clean Water Act Section 401 water quality certifications

The MPCA 401 certification fills a unique niche in protecting water quality by applying state water quality standards to projects.

Wastewater permit additional guidance and information

Resources for wastewater clients.

MPCA begins review process for potential environmental impacts from proposed municipal solid waste landfill near Shakopee

MPCA releases initial environmental assessment worksheet for a new municipal solid waste landfill proposed by Dem-Con at its environmental campus near Shakopee.

Air quality trends and data

Air pollution levels in Minnesota have steadily decreased over the past few decades and currently meet federal standards. But even levels that meet or are below these standards can affect people’s…

Kanabec County | East Central Solid Waste Commission proposed municipal solid waste landfill expansion

ECSWC is applying for a 10-year permit to add MSW capacity to its currently permitted landfill near Mora while conducting environmental review for the unpermitted areas of its landfill expansion.

Remediation data submittals

Guidance for submitting data to MPCA Remediation Division programs: Superfund, Site Assessment, Petroleum Remediation, Brownfields, RCRA Remediation, Closed Landfill, and Integrated Remediation.

Environmental requirements

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

Proposed wastewater permit for MagIron facility requires groundwater monitoring for potential contamination

MPCA has developed a draft wastewater permit for the MagIron LLC facility near Grand Rapids, Minn. The facility will process former natural iron ore mining waste material into high-grade, low-impurity iron ore concentrate at the site and supply electric arc furnace steelmaking.