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Two small creeks in the Nemadji River watershed are cleaner, and some fish have returned, after restoration work that the MPCA took part in.
Image Facilities with one or more aboveground storage tank (AST) with a total capacity of one million gallons or more must obtain a major facility…
MPCA permits are required for extensions, additions, or other modifications to sanitary sewer collection systems that result in new or increased discharges of pollutants.
The Minnesota GreenCorps program, coordinated by the MPCA, aims to preserve and protect Minnesota’s environment while training a new generation of environmental professionals.
In Minnesota, wastewater treatment operators must be certified to ensure that facilities meet operational requirements.
The MPCA investigates sites where hazardous substances have been or could be released to identify risks and appropriate remediation plans.
Information for larger feedlot owners on the federal National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) and State Disposal System (SDS) permits for construction and operation permits in Minnesota.
Permit 2025 Multi-Sector General Permit for Industrial Stormwater (wq-strm3-102g) Effective June 1, 2025 Updates and new…
A training and certification program for evaluating aquatic life in Minnesota’s rivers and streams.
Stakeholders affected by the Minnesota Electronics Recycling Act must be registered with the MPCA.
Chemicals in the air toxics emission inventory.
Certain types of permits and approvals to conduct solid waste activities require a notification to the MPCA of the intent to perform the specified solid waste activity.
The amount of hazardous waste you generate will dictate your waste generator status.
Resources for recycling market development
Funded projects to remove older diesel buses from service and replace them with new, cleaner models.
The MPCA had approximately $135,000 in grant funding to help Minnesota businesses and organizations purchase bicycles and electric-assisted bicycles (e-bikes) for commercial use.
An individual solid waste permit is tailored to a specific solid waste facility or activity.
In Minnesota, certain tasks in the design, installation, repair, maintenance, operation, or inspection of septic systems can only be done by certified individuals. Find out what training, experience, and exams are required to fulfill the requirements for certification.
Environmental regulations vary by industry. To help you navigate this, we've compiled key considerations based on common industries, processes, and equipment.
Industrial stormwater steps to compliance Step 6: Meet requirements