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The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) will host a public meeting to present information and hear comments on the environmental assessment worksheet (EAW) and feedlot permit for a proposed…
Minnesota has a growing salty water problem that threatens its freshwater fish and other aquatic life. Chloride from both de-icing salt and water softener salt gets into lakes and streams, and…
The MPCA has announced five grant recipients who will receive a combined total of more than $1 million in grants for projects to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of waste reduction, reuse, recycling, and composting efforts in Greater Minnesota communities.
In addition to the vessel requirements in the EPA VGP and Minnesota’s ballast water general permit, vessels must follow the requirements in Minnesota Statutes and Minnesota’s 401 certification of the VGP.
Anglers can choose lead-free materials when shopping for fishing tackle. Popular options include tungsten, steel, tin, bismuth/tin, and glass.
New easy-to-access trainings help small businesses figure out if they are subject to MPCA regulations, and how to become more sustainable.
One of 12 major watersheds of the Minnesota River Basin, the Watonwan River Watershed covers 878 square miles in south-central Minnesota.
Whether they are called sloughs, swamps, bogs, or potholes, these are all wetlands and they provide many environmental benefits and contribute to watershed health. Though Minnesota has lost almost half of its wetland acreage over time, the quality of the remaining wetlands is good overall.
Phosphorus management plans help wastewater treatment facility operators and managers evaluate pollution prevention and and management options that can reduce the amount of phosphorus discharged to Minnesota waters.
SSTS inspections determine if the design and installation meet code requirements and whether the system is functioning properly to protect public health and groundwater.
For related studies and Technical Advisory Team meeting notes, visit this document sharing site.
The MPCA provides climate change technical assistance to Minnesotan, including one-on-one consultation or small group facilitation, to assess current capacity, build on strengths, and address underlying needs.
The small business ombudsman is an independent entity responsible for reviewing environmental regulatory activities to ensure that they are fair, reasonable and appropriate for Minnesota's small businesses that have to comply with environmental regulations.
Guidance for small businesses on reporting air emissions.
The MPCA regulates the design, construction, and operation of treatment facilities for municipal and industrial wastewater in Minnesota.
The purpose of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency's official social media accounts is to provide information about the MPCA and the programs, services, and products we provide. The MPCA social…
Where possible, permit holders must use MPCA's e-Services to apply for reissuance and administrative amendments.
Apply for funds to help assess sites with known or suspected contamination and develop remediation plans.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) is expanding the ways we learn and understand the effects of pollution on communities and the environment by incorporating lived experiences into our air…
Countless bacteria can be found in land, water, humans, and animals. Most bacteria are beneficial, serving as food for larger organisms and playing critical roles in natural processes such as organic…