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The MPCA has developed best practices for vapor intrusion mitigation and public communication work used by the agencies and our contractors.
Environmental information and permits that affect businesses using boilers.
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 July 1, 2026.
Environmental education helps people of all ages explore environmental issues and discover how they can be a part of protecting Minnesota’s environment. The MPCA provides information about the status of Minnesota’s air, water, land, and climate and can point you toward beneficial actions you can take as students, teachers, and life-long learners interested in Minnesota’s sustainable future.
Environmental information and permits that affect wood-finishing industries.
Young Life Castaway Club violated several wastewater regulations, mainly modifying wastewater treatment systems without approval, between 2019 and 2022 at its youth and family camp on Pelican Lake, just south of Detroit Lakes. These violations carry serious risks of harm to the environment.
A $78,000 grant to the Cedar River Watershed District will help better understand how to prepare its infrastructure for extreme weather caused by climate change.
The National Crude Oil Spill Research Site near Bemidji was formed after a pipeline break released 10,000 barrels of crude oil in 1979.
Cities of Saint Peter and Comfrey will each receive grants for infrastructure planning.
Join our team! Open positions and general opportunities at the Pollution Control Agency
The U.S. EPA approved Minnesota's Statewide Mercury Total Maximum Daily Load study in March 2007.
Environmental information and permits that affect metal fabrication and finishing businesses.
Funds are available for watershed projects that protect, enhance and restore the surface waters of the state.
Many residents have questions and concerns about loud noises or unpleasant odors that may be associated with industries or businesses in their community.
Minnesota is a national leader in keeping mercury out of the environment.
U.S. Steel Corp. operates a taconite mine and processing plant known as Keetac north of Keewatin, where it produces taconite pellets for use at iron and steel mills.
Composting organic waste and compostable products creates a valuable product that improves soil fertility, conserves water, and reduces erosion.
Apply for the 2025-2026 Minnesota GreenCorps program and spend a year working on environmental issues and making a difference in communities around the state.
A gateway to common regulatory information that affects stationary engines.
Environmental information and permits that affect businesses that paint, coat, or strip surfaces.