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Earth at night glows with lovely and loathsome lights
Wherever we go, our lights go with us. If we were more thoughtful about choosing the right type of lighting fixtures, it wouldn't be such a problem, but we're generally not. Photos taken late last y...
Posted on 1/12/13 at 1:06 PM
MPCA credits 1972 law for cleaning waters
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency sings praises of the federal Clean Water Act, passed in 1972. The MPCA reminded Minnesotans that an Ohio river fouled with contaminants and inadequately treated...
Posted on 10/19/12 at 2:49 PM
Fishing line discarded improperly can be fatal to wildlife
Spend enough time on the water, and youll probably run across a bird that has become entangled in fishing line or those plastic six-pack rings. Three or four summers ago, I witnessed an unsuccessful ...
Posted on 5/18/12 at 9:18 AM
Studies show chemicals detected in lakes and rivers
Two studies released by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) confirm that a wide variety of unregulated chemicals are ending up in Minnesota’s lakes and rivers.May 22, 2013
Air pollution advisory issued for much of Minnesota
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) has issued an air pollution health advisory for the southern two-thirds of Minnesota, including the Twin Cities metropolitan area and Rochester, effective Friday, March 8 through midday Saturday, March 9.March 07, 2013
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MPCA offers help to businesses to reduce BPA exposure
An increasing number of retailers are offering receipts digitally via email or text, instead of on paper. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) is launching a project to support this paperless receipt trend, for environmental and public health reasons.February 14, 2013
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MPCA invites comments on statewide permit that regulates construction stormwater
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) invites comments through March 20 on a permit that regulates construction stormwater throughout the state.February 09, 2013
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Efforts to clean up Minnesota River pay off, says MPCA study
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) is releasing results of testing on the Minnesota River that shows significant improvements in pollution levels in the river.November 17, 2012
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Comments sought on water quality improvement
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) seeks comments on a water quality improvement report for Lake Osakis, Faille Lake and Smith Lake, located in Douglas and Todd counties.November 14, 2012
Comment period extended for pollution study on Pope County lakes
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) has extended the comment period for a TMDL report, or a pollution study, conducted for eight lakes in Pope County that are impaired due to excess phosphorus. The lakes are Ann, Emily, Gilchrist, Leven, Malmedal, Pelican, Reno and Strandness. Comments must be sent to MPCA by October 17.October 03, 2012
Comment period begins for pollution study on Pope County lakes
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) is inviting comments on a pollution study (TMDL report) conducted for eight lakes in Pope County that are impaired with excess phosphorus. The lakes are Ann, Emily, Gilchrist, Leven, Malmedal, Pelican, Reno and Strandness. Comments must be sent in writing to the MPCA by August 22.August 10, 2012
MPCA asks schools to help reduce stormwater pollution
Since July 2010, Minnesota state agencies have been restricted from purchasing coal tar-based pavement sealers because they contain harmful chemicals that pollute stormwater.July 28, 2012
MPCA fines two area farms for feedlot violations
In an ongoing effort to promote environmental compliance, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency concluded 34 enforcement cases in 26 counties throughout Minnesota during the second quarter of 2012.July 23, 2012
Water quality improving but not in the clear
By Crystal Dey , June 13, 2012
Cities, conservationists say farmers pollute too much
By Don Davis , June 01, 2012
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MPCA reports 99 percent compliance with permitting efficiency law
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) says it is achieving a 99 percent success rate in issuing environmental permits for construction of new projects and expansions to existing facilities within 150 days.February 11, 2012
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With little or no snow cover, Jack Frost may be nipping at your septic system
It’s beginning to look a lot like potential problems for rural septic systems this holiday season, warns the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency.December 31, 2011
MPCA enforcement actions total more than $470,000 in second quarter of 2011
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) concluded 47 enforcement cases totaling $474,720 in penalties during the second quarter of 2011. The cases occurred at facilities in 33 counties throughout Minnesota, including Douglas.By Staff Report , August 27, 2011
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