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Resources for the dry cleaning industry

Proposed changes to permits that regulate the state’s largest animal feedlots target nitrate pollution statewide.

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

In Minnesota, about 18,000 regulated underground storage tanks (UST) are in use. State rules specify requirements for underground storage tanks (UST) that store petroleum or hazardous substances, and any piping or other structures that are part of the tank systems.

The Precision Plating site in north Minneapolis was formerly home to a metal plating facility where solvents and metals were released into the soil and groundwater.

Projects to prioritize environmental justice areas

The Rainy River - Headwaters Watershed covers nearly 1.9 million acres, starting in northern Cook and Lake Counties and flowing west/northwesterly into St. Louis County and the Canadian border waters.

Environmental information and permits that affect businesses using boilers.

Projects will reduce the amount of waste entering landfills, benefiting the environment and local economies.

Minnesota’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions dropped by 14% between 2005 and 2022, according to a biennial report from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) and Minnesota Department of Commerce

“Urban wood,” or wood salvaged from cities, suburbs, and towns, is a growing issue in Minnesota because of severe weather, urban expansion, and the emerald ash borer. Rather than burning the trees as waste, a preferred option for dealing with urban wood involves creating durable wood products like furniture, building materials, and wooden décor.

Community wastewater treatment facilities and their operators play a critical role in maintaining a health community and preserving and protecting our waters.

State Superfund sites are listed on the Minnesota Permanent List of Priorities (PLP) primarily in order to access funding when responsible parties are unwilling or unable to conduct the necessary site investigation and cleanup.

An MPCA investigation found that Benson Municipal Utilities failed to conduct required carbon monoxide tests within their permit deadline for their five generators providing emergency power services to the city.

The MPCA must complete assessments to gather critical information too inform the development of the EPR program statewide.

Businesses can find many ways to increase competitiveness and boost productivity.

Water softeners produce much of the chloride that pollutes Minnesota’s waters. An MPCA grant aims to reduce that pollution with water softener replacement rebate programs.

Environmental information and permits that affect metal fabrication and finishing businesses.

Minnesota is the first state to require producers fund boat wrap collection and recycling.

The 2025 MPCA annual report on Brownfields celebrated numerous major achievements cleaning up and rehabilitating polluted properties.