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Environmental information and permits that affect businesses using stationary engines or generators.
Wastewater treatment and disposal are important for protecting and preserving Minnesota's water resources. MPCA regulates wastewater treatment activities in Minnesota.
The frequent wildfires in California and elsewhere, brought on by climate change, are affecting air quality for thousands of miles. That includes Minnesota.
Stormwater runoff is a leading source of water pollution, and the state general permit is designed to reduce the amount of sediment and other pollutants entering state waters.
Owners/operators of construction activity must complete several steps before completing a permit application and beginning construction. These steps also help owners/operators determine their eligibility for coverage under the general permit.
A cumulative impacts analysis provides a comprehensive look at all burdens that affect a community or neighborhood.
Minnesota has revised state water quality standards to incorporate a tiered aquatic life use (TALU) framework for rivers and streams.
Find sustainable products for your business with these helpful certification and labeling systems.
Best practices for SSTS installations drafted by St. Louis County, Minn., in 2008 based on the experiences of SSTS installers and inspectors.
Nitrogen management plans help operators of wastewater treatment facilities understand the inputs of nitrogen to their facilities and evaluate options that can reduce the amount of nitrogen discharged.
Resources for wastewater clients.
Image Air quality is expected to reach the orange AQI category in northeast Minnesota, which is unhealthy for sensitive groups.The Minnesota Pollution…
Climate adaptation identifies strategies and actions that help human and natural systems cope with and become more resilient to the impacts of climate change.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) has issued an air quality alert for north central and northeast Minnesota. The alert takes effect at 10 a.m. on Thursday, July 17, and runs until 1 a.m. on Friday, July 18. Air quality is expected to reach the orange AQI category which is unhealthy for sensitive groups.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) has extended an air quality alert in the orange AQI category for northeast Minnesota through 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 6.
Environmental information and resources for the biochar industry.
Application forms and instructions for applying for wastewater permits.
In 2023, Minnesota saw more air quality alerts covering more days than ever before. Smoke from Canadian wildfires throughout the summer caused many of the alerts, though climate change is playing a growing role in Minnesota's air quality.
Image Air quality is expected to reach the orange AQI category in northwestern Minnesota, which is unhealthy for sensitive groups.The Minnesota…
Recycling is good for Minnesota's economy. It supports more than 60,000 jobs in our state, paying almost $3.4 billion in wages and adds nearly $15.7 billion to Minnesota's economy.