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To obtain coverage under this permit, the owner(s) must document compliance with the criteria for coverage under this general permit, prior to disposal of the uncontaminated concrete.
Stormwater runoff is a leading source of water pollution, and the state general permit is designed to reduce the amount of sediment and other pollutants entering state waters.
The MPCA is planning a new rule governing waste, adopting new rules to implement and govern regulation of the Packaging Waste and Cost Reduction Act.
It's Septic Smart Week and Minnesota local governments are reporting significant progress in fixing inadequate septic systems around the state.
Air sensors are instruments that measure air quality conditions in near real time.
Ready-to-run meteorological data suitable for AERMOD.
The MPCA and Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today released a drinking water supply plan for the 14 communities impacted by 3M’s PFAS contamination in the East Metro.
Minnesota’s air currently meets all federal air quality standards. However, even levels of air pollution below the standards can affect people’s health, including levels currently found in parts of Minnesota.
The MPCA is proposing to amend Minnesota Rules governing animal feedlots.
Environmental information and permits that affect wood-finishing industries.
Chloride is a problem for wastewater facilities and stormwater permittees.
The Air We Breathe report looks at public health and air quality data to gauge how air pollution is affecting our health in Minnesota.
When temperatures climb, conditions are ripe for Minnesota lakes to produce algae blooms, some of which can be harmful to pets and humans.
Increased rainfall from climate change damages river water quality, which in turn damages fishing and recreation.
Environmental information for craft breweries, distilleries, wineries, and cideries, and for home brewers who want to start commercial production.
From 2023-2025, Northshore Mining released recycled water to the ground seven times and water relating to mining processes four times. Its largest unpermitted release was nearly 400,000 gallons of recycled water. Northshore Mining has documented equipment failure as the reason for the 11 releases.
The Olmsted Soil and Water Conservation District's Soil Health Farm demonstrates how farmers can benefit from practices that also provide resilience to climate change.
Chrome-plating facility in St. Louis Park is the alleged source of pollution in local lakes.
Every two years, MPCA creates a list of impaired waters in the state that do not meet water quality standards.
Sulfur dioxide (SO2), a foul-smelling toxic gas, is part of a larger group of chemicals called sulfur oxides. These gases, especially SO2, are emitted by the burning of fossil fuels or other…