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Most AST systems that contain liquid capable of polluting the waters of the state are subject to state rules and permits.
Permit applications must include detailed emissions calculations to help determine which permit type or permit amendment is needed.
Chloride is a problem for wastewater facilities and stormwater permittees.
How to prepare recycling for the curb
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 is collaborating with many federal, Tribal, state, and local partners to clean up contaminated sites in the Duluth harbor and St. Louis River.
James Wooton puts his scuba diving skills to work monitoring for aquatic invasive species in Otter Tail County lakes.
Findings underscore need to reduce use of “forever chemicals”
The MPCA uses the EQuIS database to store and manage monitoring data and associated laboratory results from streams, lakes, groundwater, ambient air, soil, sediment, and gas, collected through MPCA programs and partnerships.
Water quality trades that have been arranged in Minnesota illustrate many opportunities to enhance pollution reduction efforts while offering flexibility and cost savings to regulated municipalities and industries.
Answers to common questions about the Construction Stormwater Permit application
The StormReady designation recognizes the MPCA’s commitment to emergency management planning and continuity of operations during an emergency.
The MPCA issued the most recent municipal stormwater general permit (MNR040000) in November 2020.
Training resources for feedlot officers in Minnesota.
In Minnesota, wastewater treatment operators must be certified to ensure that facilities meet operational requirements.
Bagnado, a 25-foot-tall spinning tornado of plastic bags, will return to Eco Experience at the Minnesota State Fair
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.
Across the state, water softeners contribute significantly to chloride pollution. Here’s how to make sure your water softener isn’t sending excess salt into the environment
A gateway to common regulatory information that affects stationary engines.
Superfund requires specific investigation and cleanup processes, designates parties that are legally responsible for the cleanup, and provides funds for certain types of cleanups under Minnesota’s Environmental Response and Liability Act (MERLA).