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Organics recycling reduces greenhouse gas emissions and keeps waste out of landfills. MPCA answers commonly asked questions about how and why to participate in organics recycling programs.

Volunteers can search for a lake or stream site that works for them and sign up to monitor it.

Findings underscore need to reduce use of “forever chemicals”

The MPCA uses the EQuIS database to store and manage monitoring data and associated laboratory results from streams, lakes, groundwater, ambient air, soil, sediment, and gas, collected through MPCA programs and partnerships.

In early 2024, Minnesota became the first U.S. state to establish a product stewardship program for boat wrap, which must provide free collection, transportation, reuse, recycling, and disposal.

MPCA and MDH statement on the U.S. EPA's maximum contaminant levels for PFAS in drinking water.

Profile of Karl Scheuer, a volunteer with the MPCA's Volunteer Water Monitoring Program

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

Resources for the dry cleaning industry

POET Biorefining-Glenville LLC violated several air permit conditions between 2018 and 2023 at its ethanol production facility in Albert Lea, Minn. The facility emitting more particulate matter and volatile organic compounds than allowed by permit over the course of five years.

Organizations that want to reuse materials in ways not classified as standing beneficial uses must apply to the MPCA for a case specific beneficial use.

Find out whether your feedlot needs to register, to get an environmental review, or apply for a permit.

Thermal paper is thin with a slick feel or sheen finish and discolors easily when scratched.

Environmental information for craft breweries, distilleries, wineries, and cideries, and for home brewers who want to start commercial production.

Northern Iron operates an iron foundry in an environmental justice area in Saint Paul's Payne-Phalen neighborhood.

As part of the MN Cup competition, MPCA offers a Sustainable Chemistry Prize of $10,000 to technologies and products that were designed using one or more green chemistry principles or that demonstrate safer or more sustainable chemistry than those already on the market.

Volkswagen settlement funds are helping MPCA clean up air pollution and invest in cleaner transportation to support a healthy environment and reduce emissions in Minnesota, especially in communities most impacted by vehicle pollution.

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

Minnesota rules require many facilities that produce air emissions to conduct performance testing.

Forms, guidance, and assistance to apply for an air quality permit.