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Minnesota rules allow for specific uses (called beneficial uses) of certain materials that otherwise would be classified as solid waste.

Intense storms of late spring can wash soil and other pollutants into rivers. Producers can use several techniques to protect their soil and water quality.

Residential wood burning has been increasing in Minnesota, both for home heating and recreation.

Financing for wastewater and stormwater projects is available for public entities.

Trichloroethylene and perchloroethylene have contaminated groundwater and caused vapor intrusion issues at this site.

The AQI was developed to provide a simple, uniform way to report daily air quality conditions.

Businesses with low levels of actual emissions can submit a simplified permit application and obtain a registration permit, with greater flexibility to make changes as long as they continue to maintain permit requirements.

Environmental information and permits that affect wood-finishing industries.

Environmental information and permits that affect businesses that paint, coat, or strip surfaces.

MPCA had approximately $250,000 in grant funding available to help Minnesota governments, businesses, institutions, and organizations address two specific needs: waste reduction/reuse and toxic products prevention.

Fire departments are often the first responders to incidents that include spills of hazardous substance.

Countless bacteria can be found in land, water, humans, and animals. Most bacteria are beneficial, serving as food for larger organisms and playing critical roles in natural processes such as organic…

In 2010, the MPCA began receiving public inquiries about projects to mine silica sand for use in hydraulic fracturing, or “fracking,” a drilling method used for natural gas and oil wells.

The MPCA investigates sites where hazardous substances have been or could be released to identify risks and appropriate remediation plans.

Projects will reduce the amount of waste entering landfills, benefiting the environment and local economies.

Elk River Landfill, Inc. proposes to expand its existing municipal solid waste (MSW) landfill near Elk River.

Findings underscore need to reduce use of “forever chemicals”

In addition to the vessel requirements in the EPA VGP and Minnesota’s ballast water general permit, vessels must follow the requirements in Minnesota Statutes and Minnesota’s 401 certification of the VGP.

Profile of Julia Dady, a volunteer water monitor for Battle Creek in Saint Paul.

PFAS are persistent and problematic chemicals that are found throughout the environment and not just in areas where large quantities have been manufactured, disposed of, or spilled. PFAS are…