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Nitrogen, like phosphorus, is a nutrient that pollutes in state waters, and its concentration in many rivers has been increasing from historic natural levels over time due to human influences.…
Climate adaptation is about developing strategies to help human and natural systems become more resilient to the effects of climate change.
Disposing of wastes from a natural disaster or large fire
Heartland Corn Products failed emission stack tests in November 2021 and February 2022 for volatile organic compounds and particulates at its ethanol production facility in Winthrop, Minn.
The Cedar River Watershed in Minnesota encompasses 454,029 acres in Mower, Freeborn, Dodge, and Steele counties. This watershed covers prime agricultural land with many streams and drainage ditches flowing into the river.
Certain types of permits and approvals to conduct solid waste activities require a notification to the MPCA of the intent to perform the specified solid waste activity.
In 2010, the MPCA began receiving public inquiries about projects to mine silica sand for use in hydraulic fracturing, or “fracking,” a drilling method used for natural gas and oil wells.
The MPCA helps Minnesota communities reduce what they throw away, reuse and recycle materials, and deal responsibly with solid waste. From preventing wasted food to investment in innovative business…
State agencies, counties, municipalities, nonprofit organizations, and many others are engaged in protecting Minnesota lakes.
Sanimax USA LLC failed to seek a required major air permit amendment and conduct air emissions modeling prior to making changes to its pollution control equipment systems in 2019 at its animal products rendering facility in South St. Paul, Minnesota.
Elevated levels of tetrachloroethylene and trichloroethylene have been found in soil vapor around this site in St. Paul.
The MPCA solicited project proposals to distribute $35 million to communities for projects to prepare local stormwater infrastructure for the impacts of climate change.
The MPCA provides additional guidance on air permitting and regulation requirements: New source review – Obtain a permit before beginning construction on new major-emitting industrial facilities…
Permits help the MPCA protect the environment.
Learn about environmental regulations that may apply to your business. It is not an exhaustive list, so other regulations may apply.
The Performance Excellence Network has awarded the MPCA its Excellence Award for the agency's superior operational performance and commitment to continuous improvement.
The MPCA developed the Wastewater Nitrogen Reduction and Implementation Strategy to decrease the wastewater sector’s nitrogen loads for the protection and restoration of bodies of water in and downstream of Minnesota.
Lake of the Woods is a big lake with a big problem caused by one of nature’s smallest organisms: algae. Scientists from the MPCA and the Science Museum are working together to understand why.
Pesticide NPDES permit steps to compliance: Terminating pesticide permit
Industrial Stormwater Steps to Compliance Step 4: Create SWPPP, choose BMPs