• Mining Permit : All mining projects in Minnesota must obtain various air and water permits or certifications from the MPCA (in addition to several other permits from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources) in order to operate. Permitee and Environmental Assistance Small Business Environmental Assistance Program : MPCA offers compliance help, waste reduction strategies, and regulatory advice for businesses with under 100 employees and are not major sources of waste or emissions. Helpline 612-282-6143 or 800-657-3938 or email at smallbizhelp.pca@state.mn.us. Environmental audits : MPCA offers environmental audits to help businesses and organizations examine how well they are complying with environmental regulations, and correct any problems that are identified. The program focuses first on technical assistance and compliance, rather than enforcement. Small Business Ombudsman: Ombudsman is an independent entity responsible for reviewing environmental regulatory activities to ensure that they are fair, reasonable and appropriate for Minnesota's small businesses that have to comply with environmental regulations — independently owned and operated businesses with less than 100 employees. This is accomplished by receiving and investigating complaints, mediating disputes, and representing small-business interests during rulemaking. The ombudsman also works with MPCA Small Business Environmental Assistance to provide technical and educational assistance, and acts as a contact for small businesses looking for financial resources. MPCA Brownfield Program is a fee-for-service program that provides technical assistance and issues liability-assurance letters to promote the investigation, cleanup, and redevelopment of property that is contaminated with petroleum and hazardous substances. Program customers include property owners, prospective purchasers, developers, development agencies, lending institutions, nonprofit organizations, and local units of government.
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