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Removing Middle Lake from the impaired waters list required wrangling with a bottom feeder, the invasive carp.
Minnesota state agencies are working together to reduce greenhouse gas emissions that cause climate change.
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) sample and test fish in bodies of water where known pollution issues may be a concern for human health through fish consumption.
The amount of hazardous waste you generate will dictate your waste generator status.
New rules establish a program for the MPCA to collect information about products containing intentionally added PFAS and establish fees to be paid upon submission of required reporting.
Surface water assessment grants (SWAG) provide local organizations and citizen volunteers with funds to complete the monitoring needed to meet assessment requirements on Minnesota lakes and streams. Assessment is usually the first step in protecting or restoring surface waters.
Guidance and recommendations for local officials dealing with public health issues related to blue-green algae.
As Minnesotans prepare for another summer of outdoor activities, MPCA meteorologists are forecasting a moderately active air quality season.
Information for cannabis growers and processors to understand environmental regulations and permits that may apply to their businesses.
States are responsible for developing a Regional Haze State Implementation Plan (SIP) that addresses regional haze in each Class I area located within the state and in each Class I area located…
The MPCA works with industry, government, and residents to reduce and manage waste.
The MPCA provides assistance and training for program managers and operators of household hazardous waste (HHW) facilities to ensure compliance with environmental and worker protection laws and regulations.
Most AST systems that contain liquid capable of polluting the waters of the state are subject to state rules and permits.
Clearing ice? Before you reach for the salt bag and begin to scatter, consider using other tools to get the job done that are less toxic to our waterways and our beloved pets, and will save you money.
The MPCA provides workshops and conferences to help solid waste landfill operators get certified and stay up to date.
The MPCA regulates most aspects of livestock management including the location, design, construction, operation, and management of feedlots and manure-handling facilities.
Minnesota industrial facilities that are required to submit Form R reports for Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) chemicals under the state and federal Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (…
Climate adaptation is about developing strategies to help human and natural systems become more resilient to the effects of climate change.
MPCA established a network of long-term biological monitoring stations that represent a variety of stream types in their most natural condition.