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MPCA rules govern the collection, transportation, storage, processing, and land application of animal manure and other livestock operation wastes.

All distribution media products must be registered with the MPCA.

MPCA rules govern how septic systems are designed, installed, and managed in Minnesota.

SSTS work in Minnesota must be completed by licensed businesses under the supervision of certified individuals.

In karst landscapes, the distinction between groundwater and surface water is blurry.

Hot, sunny weather brings the possibility of air quality alerts due to ozone. But what exactly is ozone?

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency is committed to ensuring that every Minnesotan has healthy air, sustainable lands, clean water, and a better climate.

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

Tools and materials for partners and stakeholders interested in minimizing the impact of chloride on Minnesota lakes, rivers, and groundwater.

MPCA staff toured three farms in southeastern Minnesota. The purpose of external communications is to show that the agency cares about education and outreach, and we get out in the field to learn on site.

We offer various levels of training on a variety of topics including salt application, wastewater operator training and hazardous waste.

Climate adaptation identifies strategies and actions that help human and natural systems cope with and become more resilient to the impacts of climate change.

Increasing organics collection and processing infrastructure is necessary to meet statewide recycling goals

In Minnesota, backyard burning is illegal for most homeowners. Change disposal habits to protect human health and reduce pollution.

The St. Louis River Watershed covers 3,584 square miles at the head of the Great Lakes and represents the extreme headwaters of the St. Lawrence River.

Minnesota is the first state government in U.S. to use this combination of innovative technologies to address "forever chemicals”

Septic system owners are responsible for system maintenance. Properly maintaining a septic system will extend its life.

The MPCA certifies Minnesota municipal, government, or industrial laboratories that are used to comply with National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)/State Disposal System (SDS) permits or for water quality work for agency programs.

Air pollution levels in Minnesota have steadily decreased over the past few decades and currently meet federal standards. But even levels that meet or are below these standards can affect people’s…

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.