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Underground storage tank (UST) facilities must designate owners, operators, or employees as Class A, Class B, and Class C operators.

The MPCA studies, monitors, and regulates water pollutants to protect human health and the environment. Minnesota water quality standards strives to protect water for use, measures health of waters, and guides limits on what regulated facilities can discharge to surface waters.

Resources for the dry cleaning industry

Image Aboveground storage tank (AST) requirements are found in Minnesota Rules, Chapter 7151. In general:new tanks and piping must be designed to…

Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) is low-carbon synthetic fuel made from non-petroleum sources that is blended with traditional jet fuel to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from air transportation.

The enduring nature of PFAS in the environment makes it important to give special consideration to products containing PFAS when it comes time to throw them out.

MPCA permits are required for construction, modification, and operation of facilities where solid waste is treated, stored, processed, transferred, or disposed.

Environmental information and permits that affect grain elevators, feed mills and fertilizer mixing plants.

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

Do not throw any hazardous waste in the trash; instead, bring it to a local collection site. Each county in Minnesota administers a household hazardous waste program to help prevent hazardous chemicals from getting into the environment and harming human health.

Permit applications must include detailed emissions calculations to help determine which permit type or permit amendment is needed.

A gateway to common regulatory information that affects stationary engines.

New major-emitting industrial facilities and major modifications of existing facilities must obtain a permit before construction and include the best pollution-control technology available if they significantly increase emissions.

Wastewater treatment and disposal are important for protecting and preserving Minnesota's water resources. MPCA regulates wastewater treatment activities in Minnesota.

Application forms and instructions for applying for wastewater permits.

Environmental information and permits that affect businesses that paint, coat, or strip surfaces.

Best practices for SSTS installations drafted by St. Louis County, Minn., in 2008 based on the experiences of SSTS installers and inspectors.

Financial assistance for SSTS work is targeted to units of local government.

Documents and forms related to the identification and management of hazardous waste in Minnesota.

The MPCA invites the public and manufacturers to provide comments on the reporting and fees rule for products containing PFAS.