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The Small Business Ombudsman is an independent entity responsible for reviewing environmental regulatory activities to ensure that they are fair, reasonable and appropriate for Minnesota's small businesses that have to comply with environmental regulations.

Environmental information and permits that affect businesses using stationary engines or generators.

The MPCA had approximately $2 million to support projects that focus on sustainable building and materials management strategies that reduce waste and increase deconstruction, salvage, and reuse.

Businesses face challenges from climate change's impacts, but they can also take steps to reduce their contributions to climate change.

The Two Rivers Watershed is part of the Red River Basin in northwestern Minnesota. Two Rivers actually consists of three branches: the North, Middle, and South Branch.

The MPCA solicited applications for planning grants to promote collaboration among political subdivisions, including public-private and multi-county partnerships.

The Performance Excellence Network has awarded the MPCA its Excellence Award for the agency's superior operational performance and commitment to continuous improvement.

While hundreds of fish kills occur in Minnesota every year, mostly in lakes and ponds, fish kills on trout streams in southeast Minnesota are much less common.

The MPCA Brownfield Program is a fee-for-service program that provides assistance to promote the investigation, cleanup, and redevelopment of property that is contaminated with petroleum and hazardous substances.

Don't let your septic system freeze. Here are some simple tips that can help you avoid costly problems with your septic system.

Vapor intrusion occurs when chemical vapors migrate from contaminated groundwater through the soil into the basements or foundations of buildings.

The MPCA offers a variety of tools to help counties, cities, and townships develop and support systems that recover resources and manage waste.Notify the agency about changes to contacts in your…

Nitrogen management plans help operators of wastewater treatment facilities understand the inputs of nitrogen to their facilities and evaluate options that can reduce the amount of nitrogen discharged.

Long-term lake management considers the unique environmental, cultural, and biological factors affecting the lake and sets a priority on finding lasting solutions.

Profile on Bridging, a Twin Cities based nonprofit that keeps goods with more life out of landfills and that donates them to families in need.

MPCA’s work on the climate-smart food systems grant from the EPA is ongoing amid strong interest

Volunteer-collected data are regularly used in decision-making and conservation efforts. Find a program that excites you and join in.

New easy-to-access trainings help small businesses figure out if they are subject to MPCA regulations, and how to become more sustainable.

Studies of Minnesota’s waters show that contaminants of emerging concern are widespread in the state’s lakes and rivers.

Contaminated land creates significant problems for our health, environment, and economy in Minnesota. By cleaning up problem areas and protecting against future contamination, we can make land safe…