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Woodworking and finishing

Environmental information and permits that affect wood-finishing industries.

MPCA’s Addison Otto draws on agricultural experience in rulemaking work

Question and answer session with Addison Otto, a rule coordinator with the MPCA, about her work with the agency and how her hobby farm informs her work.

GreenCorps salt sleuths solve over-salting “mysteries” in Minneapolis

Solving the problem of oversalted sidewalks is elementary!

There’s a good reason why you saw soiled undies at Eco Experience

The Soiled Undies exhibit at the Eco Experience at the Minnesota State Fair might look off-putting at first, but it's a good demonstration of the importance of soil health and how healthy soil can help the environment.

Mississippi River - Sartell

The Mississippi River - Sartell Watershed covers approximately 652,800 acres (1,020 sq. miles) in the central part of the Upper Mississippi River Basin. The watershed includes parts of Benton, Crow Wing, Mille Lacs, Morrison, Stearns, and Todd counties.

Eco Living – New law gives Minnesotans more power to fix their electronics

Minnesota’s Digital Fair Repair Act went into effect July 1. Here’s why it matters and how you can use it to save money and the environment

Fairmont ethanol plant fined more than $14,000 for four-day ethanol spill

Green Plains Fairmont, LLC paid $14,175 for an ethanol spill that lasted four days and contaminated groundwater.

Making your business certifiably environmental

Find sustainable products for your business with these helpful certification and labeling systems.

Pesticide NPDES permits

In 2009, a federal court ruled that NPDES permits were required for all biological and chemical pesticide applications that leave a residue in water when applications are made in, over, or near waters of the United States.

Eco Living – How new Minnesota laws are helping shoppers reduce exposure to PFAS

What consumers should know about new Minnesota laws prohibiting PFAS in consumer products and the MPCA’s efforts to minimize PFAS pollution by keeping it out of commonly used household products.

Southwest Light Rail Extension goes above and beyond

In the management of construction stormwater, MPCA recognizes Southwest Light Rail Extension project for responsible development through stormwater controls.

Minnesota’s draft 2026 Climate Action Framework update now open for public comment

Minnesotans are encouraged to share feedback through Nov. 9, 2025

Resources for recycling market development

On the edge of the prairie, a wetland provides solace and inspiration

We Are Water next visits Ortonville and the Big Stone Lake area March 15 through April 21.

MPCA’s Lisa Weidemann builds bridge between agency and public

Question and answer session with Lisa Weidemann, a community affairs specialist with the MPCA, about her work with the agency.

Silver Bay | Northshore Mining

Northshore Mining Company has applied for updated wastewater and air quality permits for its Silver Bay taconite processing plant and Mile Post 7 tailings basin.

Step 3: Requirements for pesticide dischargers

Eco Living – Use less salt in your water softener to cut pollution and save money

Across the state, water softeners contribute significantly to chloride pollution. Here’s how to make sure your water softener isn’t sending excess salt into the environment

Minnesota GreenCorps helps Tribal communities achieve energy savings

The Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe has hosted five MN GreenCorps members to help install solar panels and electric vehicle charges, promote food sovereignty, and more.

CollectED energizes Eco Experience with its new battery exhibit

Batteries aren’t trash, they’re treasure: Recycling old batteries gives their materials a new life. Visit CollectED's new, carnival-style interactive exhibit at MPCA's Eco Experience at the Minnesota State Fair to learn more about batteries.