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Smith Foundry has ceased operations at its East Phillips facility after an investigation and settlement with the U.S. EPA that the MPCA supported.

EPA awards Minnesota $200 million in Climate Pollution Reduction Grants

In collaboration with other state agencies, local governments, and Tribal Nations, the MPCA will distribute $200 million over the next five years to cut climate pollution from our food systems through the climate-smart food systems (CSFS) initiative. A portion of these funds will help farmers across Minnesota adopt climate-friendly practices.

A successful cleanup of contaminated land along the Cedar River in Austin caps a long history of industrial pollution.

Across the state, water softeners contribute significantly to chloride pollution. Here’s how to make sure your water softener isn’t sending excess salt into the environment

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

The MPCA and its many partners collect a wide variety of data on environmental conditions and pollution sources.

Northern Iron operates an iron foundry in an environmental justice area in Saint Paul's Payne-Phalen neighborhood.

Environmental information and permits that affect metal fabrication and finishing businesses.

MPCA collects information about the sale and use of greenhouse gases with high global warming potential.

Environmental information and permits that affect hot mix asphalt plants.

Environmental information and resources for the aggregate industry.

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.

Information for cannabis growers and processors to understand environmental regulations and permits that may apply to their businesses.

St. Paul Brass manufactures brass, bronze, and aluminum castings in the Frogtown neighborhood of Saint Paul, an environmental justice area.

Conditionally exempt facilities do not need an air quality permit if they follow specific requirements.

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

One of the most basic forms of air pollution, haze reduces visibility in many cities and scenic areas within the United States. Haze-causing pollutants come from a variety of sources, both natural and man-made, including motor vehicles, electricity generation, industrial facilities, agriculture, and wildfires.

Environmental information and permits that affect businesses using boilers.

Sulfur dioxide (SO2), a foul-smelling toxic gas, is part of a larger group of chemicals called sulfur oxides. These gases, especially SO2, are emitted by the burning of fossil fuels or other…