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The Lower Big Sioux River Watershed covers nearly 2.2 million acres, mostly located in eastern South Dakota. A small portion lies in western parts of Lincoln, Pipestone, and Rock counties in southwestern Minnesota. There are several small to medium-sized tributaries.
The amount of hazardous waste you generate will dictate your waste generator status.
The MPCA has announced that 7 grant recipients will receive a total of $4.5 million for projects that expand or improve the efficiency of organics management operations in Minnesota.
The MPCA studies Minnesota's solid waste composition and processes to inform policy recommendations, legislative proposals, education and outreach messages, and waste reduction efforts.
MPCA completed 100 enforcement cases for water quality, air quality, waste, stormwater, and wastewater violations in the first half of 2024
State will begin engagement next month on an updated framework set to be released in 2025
A cumulative impacts analysis provides a comprehensive look at all burdens that affect a community or neighborhood.
The MPCA issued a new air quality permit for this manufacturing facility in White Bear Township.
The MPCA completed 78 enforcement cases for water quality, air quality, waste, stormwater, and wastewater violations in the second half of 2025, for a total of 146 for the year.
Eight grant recipients will receive $302,173 for projects that will make the state’s soil healthier and reduce the emission of greenhouse gases. All are focused on composting organic waste in multi-resident housing.
The Pomme de Terre River begins cool and clear in Otter Tail County, bordered by wooded hills and grassy meadows. It flows south through several lakes; as the river nears its mouth, it is bordered by eroding banks, becoming increasingly muddy before discharging into the Minnesota River at Marsh Lake.
Environmental information and permits that affect businesses using stationary engines or generators.
This advisory board includes 18 individuals representing a wide range of impacted parties under the Packaging Waste and Cost Reduction Act.
The MPCA provides technical assistance and training to help permitted facilities and regulated communities meet environmental requirements. The agency works cooperatively with permitted facilities to…
The Lac qui Parle Watershed covers approximately 1,100 square miles and drains parts of Lac qui Parle, Lincoln, and Yellow Medicine counties in Minnesota as well as parts of Grant, Deuel, and Brookings counties in South Dakota.
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.
MPCA had approximately $250,000 available to reduce emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) through the use of stage 1 vapor recovery systems at gasoline-dispensing facilities throughout Minnesota.
Approximately $995,000 was available to develop, administer, and fund a financial assistance program for electric-powered landscaping and snow removal equipment. The goal of this grant is to reduce emissions and ground-level exposure to air pollution in Environmental Justice areas.
Many residents have questions and concerns about loud noises or unpleasant odors that may be associated with industries or businesses in their community.
Guidance for small businesses on reporting air emissions.