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Information about the work to clean up the pollution from over 100 years of unregulated development and industrial practices.
Minnesota’s air currently meets all federal air quality standards. However, even levels of air pollution below the standards can affect people’s health, including levels currently found in parts of Minnesota.
Important details to help make your e-Service submittal go as smoothly as possible.
Clean Water Fund dollars come from the Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment that Minnesotans approved in 2008.
BMPs required to manage the slurry to comply with Minnesota statute and agency rules to protect water quality.
Initial screening information for a contaminant of emerging concern, fluoxetine.
First of a series of MPCA staff profiles. Kevin Stroom conducts research on streams and has published a report about Straight River.
We have some suggestions for avoiding disposable items, excessive packaging, and single-use plastics when shopping for your everyday needs.
Sustained efforts by cities and water management organizations have restored water quality in two Dakota County lakes.
Some pollutants attach to suspended particles in the water and subsequently settle out to the bottom sediment. At elevated concentrations, contaminated sediments can contribute to fish…
Addressing excess nutrient levels in Lake Pepin based on the site-specific water quality eutrophication criteria for the lake developed by the MPCA.
Documents and forms related to the identification and management of hazardous waste in Minnesota.
Licensing and permitsCannabis businesses in Minnesota require a state license for their specific operation (micro-business, processor, retailer, etc.) from the Office of Cannabis Management. The…
Ready-to-run meteorological data suitable for AERMOD.
Keep It Clean focuses on the growing problem of garbage and human waste left on the ice by anglers and other visitors during ice fishing season.
To reduce contamination at compost facilities, Minnesota’s compostable product labeling law requires all bags, packaging, and food service products labeled as “compostable” and sold in Minnesota after Jan. 1, 2025, to meet certain requirements.
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.
Apply for funds to help assess sites with known or suspected contamination and develop remediation plans.
State will begin engagement next month on an updated framework set to be released in 2025
Wastewater treatment and disposal are important for protecting and preserving Minnesota's water resources. MPCA regulates wastewater treatment activities in Minnesota.