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Construction and demolition projects produce twice the amount of waste of household trash every year. A new MPCA grant aims to reduce that amount by funding innovative building material reuse projects.
The StormReady designation recognizes the MPCA’s commitment to emergency management planning and continuity of operations during an emergency.
Contaminated land creates significant problems for our health, environment, and economy in Minnesota. By cleaning up problem areas and protecting against future contamination, we can make land safe…
Mesabi Metallics is currently constructing a new taconite mine and taconite pellet production facility on the site of the former Butler Taconite Mining Company facility near Nashwauk.
The MPCA issued the most recent municipal stormwater general permit (MNR040000) in November 2020.
PolyMet Mining plans to develop a mine and processing plant to extract copper, nickel, and precious metals.
Resources for the dry cleaning industry
Environmental information and resources for the aggregate industry.
Application forms and instructions for applying for wastewater permits.
The MPCA helps Minnesota communities reduce what they throw away, reuse and recycle materials, and deal responsibly with solid waste. From preventing wasted food to investment in innovative business…
The Minnesota GreenCorps program, coordinated by the MPCA, aims to preserve and protect Minnesota’s environment while training a new generation of environmental professionals.
The Metropolitan Council proposes adding a fourth wastewater incinerator which requires an amendment to the facility’s current air emissions permit.
An individual solid waste permit is tailored to a specific solid waste facility or activity.
The MPCA and its many partners collect a wide variety of data on environmental conditions and pollution sources.
Minnesota is the first state to require producers fund boat wrap collection and recycling.
This year’s theme is Advancing Nutrient Trading with Sustainable Farming and Conservation Practices.
Pig’s Eye Dump in Saint Paul has been slated for cleanup and restoration.
This advisory board includes 18 individuals representing a wide range of impacted parties under the Packaging Waste and Cost Reduction Act.
In Minnesota, backyard burning is illegal for most homeowners. Change disposal habits to protect human health and reduce pollution.
CAP provides financial and technical assistance to local governments to encourage investment in the proper management of solid waste.