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The MPCA is leading multiple initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the transportation sector.
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.
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.
Environmental information and permits that affect businesses using boilers.
The MPCA has a mobile air monitoring program that allows the agency to respond faster to community air quality concerns across the state. The mobile air monitor collects data in areas where permanent…
The new commercial organics collection will service a 20- to 30-stop route across both Hubbard and Beltrami counties.
Any facility that emits air pollutants above certain levels is required to have an air quality permit.
The Snake River Watershed is located north of the Twin Cities in the St. Croix River Basin and encompasses 1,006 square miles in five counties: Aitkin, Kanabec, Mille Lacs, Pine, and Isanti.
Hot, sunny weather brings the possibility of air quality alerts due to ozone. But what exactly is ozone?
Environmental information and resources for the biochar industry.
The chemical 1,4-dioxane, a likely carcinogen, was detected in a private residential well in the Eastbrook Terrace area in Andover.
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
MPCA recognized 253 municipal and industrial wastewater treatment plants for outstanding operations in 2023.
Northern Iron operates an iron foundry in an environmental justice area in Saint Paul's Payne-Phalen neighborhood.
Environmental information and permits that affect wood-finishing industries.
The MPCA provides workshops and conferences to help solid waste landfill operators get certified and stay up to date.
The Mississippi River - Grand Rapids Watershed covers 1,3 million acres and contains 1,908 miles of stream/rivers and 552 lakes greater than 10 acres. The watershed drainage comprises parts of the counties of Aitkin, Carlton, Cass, Itasca, and St. Louis.
Heavy metals are an ill-defined group of inorganic chemical hazards that include lead, chromium, arsenic, and cadmium. They may leach into soil and water from industrial sites, mines or…
The MPCA recognized 236 wastewater facilities for outstanding operations in 2024.