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Environmental information and permits that affect businesses that paint, coat, or strip surfaces.
Initiatives passed during the 2023 legislative session invest hundreds of millions of dollars to advance Minnesota’s Climate Action Framework.
Profile of John Weiss, a volunteer with the MPCA's Volunteer Water Monitoring Program
A project to address high levels of suspended sediment in the Minnesota River and the South Metro portion of the Mississippi River.
1,4-dioxane was mainly used as a stabilizer for chlorinated solvent 1,1,1-trichloroethane. 1,4-dioxane can also be an unintended contaminant in the production of certain products, including some…
Many residents have questions and concerns about loud noises or unpleasant odors that may be associated with industries or businesses in their community.
KODA Energy violated its air permit in Scott County from June 2023 to February 2024, according to a Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) enforcement investigation. The investigation found KODA energy was burning waste-treated corn and should have submitted a major permit amendment before burning an industrial solid as a waste-to-energy incineration facility.
Businesses can find many ways to increase competitiveness and boost productivity.
Del Zotto tanks had weep holes drilled near the bottom of tanks to drain rainwater from the tanks while they are stored to prevent freezing and they will offer a warranty to replace tanks bought with weep holes for owners of its 2,500-gallon tanks.
Solving the problem of oversalted sidewalks is elementary!
Environmental information and resources for the biochar industry.
Financing is available for public entities in Minnesota to expand or improve stormwater infrastructure.
Going beyond compliance yields benefits like cost savings, improved health, greater efficiency, marketing advantages, enhanced employee morale, and stronger business resilience.
An index of biological integrity (IBI) is a particularly powerful tool that provides an accurate measure of the condition of the biological communities and are a direct determinant of the attainment of aquatic life uses.
The MPCA offers environmental audits to help businesses and organizations examine how well they are complying with environmental regulations, and correct any problems that are identified.
Lakes Concrete Plus, Inc. paid $25,000 in fines for selling 1,500-gallon and 2,000-gallon septic tanks from 2019 to 2022 that may contain weep holes, a violation of Minnesota law.
Prevent costly sewer clogs by keeping grease out of sinks and by not flushing disposable wipes.
Collaboration and engagement have been keys to progress in the St. Louis River AOC.
Chloride is a problem for wastewater facilities and stormwater permittees.
Industrial stormwater steps to compliance Step 6: Meet requirements