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In Minnesota, certain tasks in the design, installation, repair, maintenance, operation, or inspection of septic systems can only be done by certified individuals. Find out what training, experience, and exams are required to fulfill the requirements for certification.
MPCA keeps its public data easily accessible for convenient use.
This training program focuses on the implementation of best management practices for lawn/turf care maintenance.
Environmental information and resources for the automotive industry
When food spoils or is thrown away before we eat it, the resources that went into creating the food are wasted.
The MPCA is leading multiple initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the transportation sector.
This RFP dedicated $2 million toward activities related to planning and design of PFAS treatment/separation and/or destruction technologies at municipal wastewater facilities, landfills, and/or industries in Minnesota.
Instructions for preparing for and completing the online exam for underground storage tank operator certification.
The MPCA has released the draft 2025 Minnesota Nutrient Reduction Strategy for public review and comment.
Systems to treat drinking water have been installed to address groundwater contamination in two St. Louis Park and three Edina municipal wells.
James Wooton puts his scuba diving skills to work monitoring for aquatic invasive species in Otter Tail County lakes.
The MPCA had approximately $2 million to support projects that focus on sustainable building and materials management strategies that reduce waste and increase deconstruction, salvage, and reuse.
Volunteers across Minnesota’s 87 counties have been collecting pine needles from coniferous trees in their neighborhoods to help the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency better understand how to protect Minnesotans from PFAS pollution.
The National Crude Oil Spill Research Site near Bemidji was formed after a pipeline break released 10,000 barrels of crude oil in 1979.
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 Sept. 15, 2026.
Minnesota is a national leader in keeping mercury out of the environment.
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Licensing and certification requirements for SSTS businesses and professionals.
Roundup of key environmental justice laws passed by the Legislature in 2023
Water quality trading is a market-based approach to the protection and restoration of surface waters, another tool to be used in conjunction with existing voluntary, regulatory, and financial assistance programs.