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Climate change initiatives

Minnesota state agencies are working together to reduce greenhouse gas emissions that cause climate change.

MPCA seeks comment on PFAS law implementation

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) requests public comment on a rule that will shape nation-leading restrictions on the use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

Resources for recycling market development

Rechargeable batteries

Minnesota prohibits rechargeable batteries and products with non-removable rechargeable batteries from being disposed of in mixed municipal waste.

Hazardous waste

In Minnesota, commercial entities that produce any amount of hazardous waste are regulated as hazardous-waste "generators."

Clean Cars MN rule to end after successfully increasing electric vehicles in the state

With the end of the 2025 model year in the automobile industry, so ends Minnesota's Clean Cars rule. The Clean Cars rule, adopted in 2020, had a goal of electric vehicles exceeding 6% of all…

Climate Action Framework update builds on past successes, calls for accelerating climate action

The 2026 Climate Action Framework prioritizes reducing greenhouse gas emissions and protecting Minnesotans

Electronics manufacturers

The law requires manufacturers of video display devices (VDD) to register, pay an annual registration fee, and meet a recycling obligation based on their market share of VDD sold in Minnesota.

Ag-Urban partnership forum events in January and February

This year’s theme is Advancing Nutrient Trading with Sustainable Farming and Conservation Practices.

New standards for wood-burning stoves and boilers

Shopping for a new wood stove? Remember that new stoves and outdoor boilers must be certified to new 2020 emission standards to be sold in Minnesota.

Electronics collection and recycling

Minnesota's law relating to the collection and recycling of video display devices ("televisions" and "computer monitors") sold to households/consumers was signed into law in May 2007.

Pollution prevention requirements and fees

Minnesota industrial facilities that are required to submit Form R reports for Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) chemicals under the state and federal Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (…

Climate impacts on agriculture

Warming temperatures and increased rains caused by climate change continue to have real impacts on farms across Minnesota. Our agriculture industry will also play an important role in reducing the amount climate change causing pollution we produce as a state.

Noise and odor

Many residents have questions and concerns about loud noises or unpleasant odors that may be associated with industries or businesses in their community.

MPCA seeks public comments on cleanup plans for Hibbing gas manufacturing Superfund site

The MPCA announced cleanup plans for the defunct Hibbing Gas Manufacturing Plant site, explained in a draft Minnesota Decision Document that is available for public comment until July 9, 2026.

Closed: School bus replacement grant

The MPCA solicited applications for approximately $630,000 in grants to replace old diesel school buses with new models fueled by diesel, propane, or natural gas.

Dry Cleaner Reimbursement Fund

The MPCA plans to amend Minnesota Rules chapter 7152 on the Minnesota Dry Cleaner Reimbursement Account to ensure consistency and compliance with state statutes and rules by updating the reimbursement rates for consultant and contractor services for environmental response action costs.