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New major-emitting industrial facilities and major modifications of existing facilities must obtain a permit before construction and include the best pollution-control technology available if they significantly increase emissions.
The MPCA has developed best practices for vapor intrusion mitigation and public communication work used by the agencies and our contractors.
Our climate has already changed and will continue to change. Minnesotans are feeling impacts of climate change, from higher temperatures, more extreme storms with intense flooding, and changes in our…
Communities facing the impacts of air pollution will soon have new resources to understand and improve the air quality in their neighborhoods after the MPCA awarded $…
From the days when raw sewage flowed into rivers and lakes, Minnesota’s water bodies have come a long way. However, there is still work to be done in the restoration and protection of our waters.
The MPCA added three sites to the state’s priority list of contaminated sites that need further investigation and cleanup under Minnesota’s Superfund law.
The new commercial organics collection will service a 20- to 30-stop route across both Hubbard and Beltrami counties.
Increased rainfall from climate change damages river water quality, which in turn damages fishing and recreation.
When workers at The Lawn Barber in Elysian start up their electric mowers, they appreciate more than the quiet hum. They also appreciate the extra time the crew earns…
Improving water quality in Lake George has required treating phosphorus in the water and filtering pollutants out of urban stormwater.
The MPCA and its many partners collect a wide variety of data on environmental conditions and pollution sources.
MPCA and MDH statement on the U.S. EPA's maximum contaminant levels for PFAS in drinking water.
Pig’s Eye Dump in Saint Paul has been slated for cleanup and restoration.
Ardent Mills LLC, a flour mill in Lake City, paid $10,200 for air permit violations.
Environmental information and resources for gas stations.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) will host a public meeting to present information and hear comments on the environmental assessment worksheet (EAW) and feedlot permit for a proposed…
For National Farmers Day, a profile of pork and crop farmer Randy Spronk of Edgerton, Minnesota, and his sustainable ag practices.
Septic system owners are responsible for system maintenance. Properly maintaining a septic system will extend its life.
Findings underscore need to reduce use of “forever chemicals”
MPCA studies shows 75% of Minnesota lakes meet standards for recreation. Clean Water Fund dollars help answer water quality questions.