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Based on volume, construction and demolition debris presents a big opportunity for reducing waste and its environmental effects.

MPCA's recommended review criteria for wastewater treatment facilities that need to perform system maintenance that requires approval to bypass untreated or partially treated domestic wastewater.

Wild rice is an important part of the biological community in many Minnesota lakes, streams, and wetlands, and a cultural resource to many, particularly members of the Dakota and Ojibwe Tribal Nations in Minnesota.

The MPCA has started a study intended to understand and document the variation in naturally occurring sulfate levels across the state.

When leaves fall on streets, sidewalks, and other hardscapes in urban areas, they wash into the storm drains and end up in lakes and rivers where they feed algae growth. The algae then decomposes and uses up oxygen that fish and native plants need.

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.

Removing Middle Lake from the impaired waters list required wrangling with a bottom feeder, the invasive carp.

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

Austin's municipal wastewater treatment plant discharged ammonia and fecal coliform over permitted limits into the Cedar River.

Sustained efforts by cities and water management organizations have restored water quality in two Dakota County lakes.

Use these checklists to speed review and approval of wastewater design documents

Excess nitrate remains a long-term challenge to manage. In our lakes, rivers, and streams, it is toxic to fish and other aquatic life. In drinking water, it can pose a risk to human health,…

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

Some pollutants attach to suspended particles in the water and subsequently settle out to the bottom sediment. At elevated concentrations, contaminated sediments can contribute to fish…

An MPCA investigation found violations related to construction of a home on Schwappauff Lake, near the town of Greenfield in Hennepin County.

Most AST systems that contain liquid capable of polluting the waters of the state are subject to state rules and permits.

Industrial Stormwater Steps to Compliance - Step 2: Consider certifying for No Exposure

Biosolids that will be applied to land must meet strict regulations and quality standards.

The MPCA solicited project proposals to distribute $35 million to communities for projects to prepare local stormwater infrastructure for the impacts of climate change.

The northeast region of Minnesota is home to the state’s metallic mining industry. The "Iron Range" has a history of iron ore (“ferrous”) mining dating back to the late 1800s and includes the large…