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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.
The MPCA sought contractors to work with Tribal governments and Tribal organizations that serve Tribal governments in Minnesota to provide technical support and assistance to advance environmental and climate action.
The MPCA and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are working together on an enforcement investigation to address elevated lead emissions at Federal Ammunition in Anoka.
Image Air quality is expected to reach the orange AQI category in north central, northwest, central, and west central Minnesota, which is unhealthy for…
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) has continued an air quality alert for west central and northwest Minnesota. The alert runs until 11 p.m. on Tuesday, July 15. Air quality is expected to reach the orange AQI category which is unhealthy for sensitive groups.
Minnesota water infrastructure projects in St. Cloud and Pipestone garner EPA’s top awards for innovation, excellence in protecting environment, health.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) today announced a new initiative to monitor water quality throughout the entire Mississippi River within Minnesota’s borders for the first time in a single year.
The Red River of the North - Grand Marais Creek Watershed covers 298,264 acres and is part of the Red River Basin in northwestern Minnesota and southeastern North Dakota.
Medicines flushed down the drain can contaminate water, which can hurt fish and other aquatic wildlife, and end up in our drinking water.
Mercury is a naturally occurring element that is toxic to humans and animals. At room temperature, mercury is a silvery, liquid metal, but it can also evaporate and become airborne. Mercury does not…
BMPs required to manage the slurry to comply with Minnesota statute and agency rules to protect water quality.
A dedicated stakeholder advisory group was assembled from sectors that will be affected by PFAS at remediation sites to establish guidance for PFAS investigation and cleanup.
During the 2023 legislative session, Minnesota invested over $100 million to fund grant programs that support investment in climate resilience. Each initiative supports MPCA’s implementation of Minnesota’s Climate Action Framework.
When people think of sources of air pollution, they typically think about buildings with big smokestacks like power plants and factories. Only about a quarter of the air pollution in Minnesota comes…
The Lake of the Woods lies on the border between the U.S. and Canada; the watershed covers 734,783 acres.
The Wild Rice River begins its course at Mud Lake in Minnesota's Clearwater County, and flows largely to the west through Norman and Mahnomen counties.
Initial screening information for a contaminant of emerging concern, fluoxetine.
The Minnesota GreenCorps program, coordinated by the MPCA, aims to preserve and protect Minnesota’s environment while training a new generation of environmental professionals.
The Mustinka River begins its course southwest of Fergus Falls in southwestern Otter Tail County and flows toward the south into Grant County, where it continues through Stony Brook Lake and Lightning Lake.
MPCA plans to amend existing Minnesota Rules governing permits and solid waste landfills (chapters 7001 and 7035).