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Registration form for service providers operating in Minnesota as a part of the state’s Packaging Waste and Cost Reduction Act.

A successful cleanup of contaminated land along the Cedar River in Austin caps a long history of industrial pollution.

The northeast region of Minnesota is home to the state’s metallic mining industry. The "Iron Range" has a history of iron ore (“ferrous”) mining dating back to the late 1800s and includes the large…

Although the impacts from Minnesota’s changing climate are touching all of us, some groups of people are more at risk.

TEAM Industries, with machining operations in Audubon, Bagley, Cambridge, Detroit Lakes, and Park Rapids, paid $80,000 in fines for air, hazardous waste, and industrial stormwater violations.

Township and private party fined $47,555 for failing to obtain a construction stormwater permit for road improvements.

Excess phosphorus is harming Minnesota waters. Phosphorus comes from both regulated and non-regulated sources. A quarter of Minnesota lakes have high levels of phosphorus, which means that they do…

Image Climate change is having a profound impact on Minnesota's natural environment. Many of our state's iconic native plants and animals — from birch…

Elk River Landfill, Inc. proposes a northward expansion of its landfill into Livonia Township.

The Minnesota Retiree Environmental Technical Assistance Program (RETAP) employs skilled, retired professionals to provide facility assessments to small businesses, institutions, and city and county governments in Minnesota.

Any facility that emits air pollutants above certain levels is required to have an air quality permit.

Prevent costly sewer clogs by keeping grease out of sinks and by not flushing disposable wipes.

We Are Water MN travels to Stillwater to focus on the St. Croix River, featuring artwork by painter Kami Mendlik.

The MPCA is working to address environmental concerns at the closed Freeway Landfill, to prevent the buried waste from affecting drinking water and the nearby Minnesota River.

Public input is critical to the work that we do. We invite that input by soliciting comments on agency decisions, holding public informational meetings, and more.

Removing of an old dam and restoring a creek's curves are improving habitat and water quality in the Pomme de Terre River Watershed.

Many residents have questions and concerns about loud noises or unpleasant odors that may be associated with industries or businesses in their community.

Profile of John Weiss, a volunteer with the MPCA's Volunteer Water Monitoring Program

Sustained efforts by cities and water management organizations have restored water quality in two Dakota County lakes.

Protecting and restoring water quality is one of the MPCA's core areas of focus.