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The MPCA is committed to engaging broadly with the public and ensuring that residents affected by its decisions have a voice in its processes.
Mesabi Metallics is currently constructing a new taconite mine and taconite pellet production facility on the site of the former Butler Taconite Mining Company facility near Nashwauk.
Ely Community Resources was recognized for it programs that engage young people in natural resource education and conservation.
The Little Fork River watershed is 1,179,520 acres, the main stem flowing 160 miles through north-central St. Louis County and heading northwest into Koochiching County. It flows more northerly until it reaches its confluence with the Rainy River about 11 miles west of International Falls.
Question and answer session with Lisa Weidemann, a community affairs specialist with the MPCA, about her work with the agency.
PolyMet Mining plans to develop a mine and processing plant to extract copper, nickel, and precious metals.
During the 2023 legislative session, Minnesota invested over $100 million to fund grant programs that support investment in climate resilience. Each initiative supports MPCA’s implementation of Minnesota’s Climate Action Framework.
Environmental information and permits that affect hot mix asphalt plants.
MPCA is planning new rules governing air quality, establishing new rules for odor management plan requirements.
The St. Louis River Mercury TMDL will determine mercury reductions needed for lakes and rivers in the St. Louis River watershed.
Governor Walz appointed Katrina Kessler as MPCA commissioner effective November 1. Kessler has been serving as an assistant commissioner.
Environmental information and resources for the aggregate industry.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) closed 96 enforcement cases for air quality, waste, stormwater, and wastewater violations in the second half of 2021.
The operator of Pine Bend Landfill proposes to increase the height of the landfill by 85 feet, expanding its capacity by nearly 8.2 million cubic yards and extending its operational life through 2045.
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.
The MPCA completed 75 enforcement cases for water quality, air quality, waste, stormwater, and wastewater violations in the second half of 2024.
With the end of the 2025 model year in the automobile industry, so ends Minnesota's Clean Cars rule. The Clean Cars rule, adopted in 2020, had a goal of electric vehicles exceeding 6% of all…
Underground storage tank (UST) facilities must designate owners, operators, or employees as Class A, Class B, and Class C operators.
Environmental information and permits that affect businesses using boilers.
Grant money helps cities better understand how to protect infrastructure and community members for extreme weather caused by climate change.