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The MPCA Brownfield Program is a fee-for-service program that provides assistance to promote the investigation, cleanup, and redevelopment of property that is contaminated with petroleum and hazardous substances.

Smith Foundry has ceased operations at its East Phillips facility after an investigation and settlement with the U.S. EPA that the MPCA supported.

This long-term data gathering initiative helps track trends in water bodies around the state. The MPCA is grateful for every volunteer who has dedicated time to monitoring their favorite lake or stream.

Studies of Minnesota’s waters show that contaminants of emerging concern are widespread in the state’s lakes and rivers.

The Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe has hosted five MN GreenCorps members to help install solar panels and electric vehicle charges, promote food sovereignty, and more.

To protect human health and the environment, we need to limit the amount of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in our waters to safe levels. Safe levels means water can be used for drinking,…

Minnesota has enacted laws to end avoidable uses of PFAS in Minnesota by 2032.

Contaminated land creates significant problems for our health, environment, and economy in Minnesota. By cleaning up problem areas and protecting against future contamination, we can make land safe…

MPCA established a network of long-term biological monitoring stations that represent a variety of stream types in their most natural condition.

Industrial stormwater steps to compliance Step 6: Meet requirements

Clean heavy-duty off-road equipment grants fund the replacement of older, more polluting diesel equipment with newer, cleaner technology.

The St. Louis River Mercury TMDL will determine mercury reductions needed for lakes and rivers in the St. Louis River watershed.

Recycling market development works to expand end markets and boost the demand for recycled materials.

MPCA’s work on the climate-smart food systems grant from the EPA is ongoing amid strong interest

Details on major and minor modifications of a solid waste management facility permit.

MPCA rules govern the collection, transportation, storage, processing, and land application of animal manure and other livestock operation wastes.

Find out whether your feedlot needs to register, to get an environmental review, or apply for a permit.

The Minnesota State Implementation Plan (SIP) is focused on the six criteria air pollutants regulated by national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS): ground-level ozone, fine particles, lead, nitrogen dioxide, carbon monoxide, and sulfur dioxide.

James Wooton puts his scuba diving skills to work monitoring for aquatic invasive species in Otter Tail County lakes.

We Are Water MN travels to Chisago County, where Dawn White has served as an educator and policy team member focused on preserving waters.