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In collaboration with other state agencies, local governments, and Tribal Nations, the MPCA will distribute $200 million over the next five years to cut climate pollution from our food systems through the climate-smart food systems (CSFS) initiative. A portion of these funds will help farmers across Minnesota adopt climate-friendly practices.

Disposing of wastes from a natural disaster or large fire

To prevent food waste at its veterans homes, the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs used a $185,000 MPCA grant to purchase new meal-ordering technology.

During the 2023 legislative session, legislators passed more than a dozen funding and policy proposals to address food waste, organics, recycling market development, and wood waste.

Environmental information and permits that affect businesses using boilers.

Answers to frequently asked questions about compliance and MPCA's enforcement of environmental rules in Minnesota.

In Minnesota, wastewater treatment operators must be certified to ensure that facilities meet operational requirements.

East Central Solid Waste Commission (ECSWC) proposes to add 1.7 million cubic yards of MSW capacity to their landfill near Mora, Minnesota, which requires an environmental impact statement.

A new facility that will process organic materials through anaerobic digesters in Shakopee.

ECSWC is applying for a 10-year permit to add MSW capacity to its currently permitted landfill near Mora while conducting environmental review for the unpermitted areas of its landfill expansion.

Resources for the dry cleaning industry

Eight cities will receive grants to create plans that will protect homes and businesses from flooding and other climate impacts

Biosolids that will be applied to land must meet strict regulations and quality standards.

Pollinators are essential to everyday Minnesotans, our economy, and our food production. Learn why these pollinators are so vital through exhibits at this year’s Eco Experience.

Lights, camera, antics! Students at Century College script and produce a fun video as part of their coursework.

The MPCA provides workshops and conferences to help solid waste landfill operators get certified and stay up to date.

Image In Minnesota, 2,469 schools serve more than 898,000 K-12 students and employ thousands of teachers and staff. An MPCA study found that Minnesota…

Environmental information and permits that affect wood-finishing industries.

Trichloroethylene and perchloroethylene have contaminated groundwater and caused vapor intrusion issues at this site.

Best practices for SSTS installations drafted by St. Louis County, Minn., in 2008 based on the experiences of SSTS installers and inspectors.