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Regular people are pretty good at judging water quality, and new research from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) proves it.
Environmental information for craft breweries, distilleries, wineries, and cideries, and for home brewers who want to start commercial production.
If you're new to the septic system world at the county level, or even if you've been in the job for a while, MPCA offers videos and companion documents to provide valuable background and insights.
MPCA evaluates water quality by measuring and monitoring the health of fish, macroinvertebrates, and plants.
The Cannon River Watershed is located south of the Twin Cities and encompasses areas of Dakota, Goodhue, Le Sueur, Steele, Rice and Waseca counties.
Solid waste facilities may close or terminate their permit depending on the solid waste activities occurring at the site.
An air emissions risk analysis estimates the potential human health risks from air pollution emitted by a facility.
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.
MPCA and MDH statement on the U.S. EPA's maximum contaminant levels for PFAS in drinking water.
Minnesota is a national leader in ensuring healthy air quality. The Clean Air Act requires states to take significant responsibility for preventing and controlling air pollution. States must pass…
Community wastewater treatment facilities and their operators play a critical role in maintaining a health community and preserving and protecting our waters.
Researchers collect samples of sediment from the bottom of Lake of the Woods in 2024. (Photo courtesy of St. Croix Watershed Research Station) After years of study…
Tools to help small businesses determine if they need an air emissions permit and/or track compliance with their current air emissions permit.
What is the blue-green scum that looks like spilled paint?In lakes that are over-enriched with phosphorus and nitrogen, algae tend to prosper and create algae blooms. Blue-green algae and one type in…
Information about the work to clean up the pollution from over 100 years of unregulated development and industrial practices.
Frequently asked questions about SSTS certification and licensing.
Details for solid waste management facility permit issuance and reissuance.
Industrial Stormwater Steps to Compliance Step 4: Create SWPPP, choose BMPs
What consumers should know about new Minnesota laws prohibiting PFAS in consumer products and the MPCA’s efforts to minimize PFAS pollution by keeping it out of commonly used household products.
Question and answer session with Addison Otto, a rule coordinator with the MPCA, about her work with the agency and how her hobby farm informs her work.