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Information will support the phase out of nonessential use of “forever chemicals” in Minnesota

The MPCA's chloride reduction program assists communities and organizations across Minnesota in identifying sources of chloride.

MPCA's environmental review process for feedlots operates according to the rules of the Environmental Quality Board.

In Minnesota, wastewater treatment operators must be certified to ensure that facilities meet operational requirements.

Answers to common questions about the Construction Stormwater Permit application

3M will use an advanced wastewater treatment system to remove per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from its Chemical Operations facility in Cottage Grove.

Answers to frequently asked questions about compliance and MPCA's enforcement of environmental rules in Minnesota.

Dem-Con is proposing a change to begin accepting municipal solid waste (MSW), converting approximately 2.2 million cubic yards of permitted construction and demolition (C&D) space. A project of this size requires the project to go through the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) process.

Alliance Building Corporation failed to prevent liquid washout of waste during construction at the Sleepy Eye Apartments.

Under the Minnesota Electronics Recycling Act, the MPCA wishes to shift the responsibility for paying for collection and recycling of "covered electronic devices" away from the public sector, specifically local government.

Elk River Landfill, Inc. proposes a northward expansion of its landfill into Livonia Township.

If you're new to the septic system world at the county level, or even if you've been in the job for a while, MPCA offers videos and companion documents to provide valuable background and insights.

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 (…

When food spoils or is thrown away before we eat it, the resources that went into creating the food are wasted.

During the 2023 legislative session, legislators passed more than a dozen funding and policy proposals to address food waste, organics, recycling market development, and wood waste.

Environmental information and permits that affect businesses using stationary engines or generators.

Environmental rules and regulations are essential tools used to protect Minnesota’s environment, setting standards for environmental quality and limits on pollutants that can be discharged from facilities. The MPCA helps protect our environment by writing and enforcing these rules and regulations.

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 StormReady designation recognizes the MPCA’s commitment to emergency management planning and continuity of operations during an emergency.

Environmental information and resources for gas stations.