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Policies and Procedures

University Policies and Procedures

The following University policies and procedures detail how we comply with county, state, and federal environmental regulations.

  • MPCA Underground Storage Tank Program
  • Air Quality Permit Reporting
  • Environmental Assessments and Remediation
  • Storm Water Compliance
  • Waste Management and Disposal
  • Stormwater Enforcement Response: Twin Cities and Duluth Campuses
  • Erosion and Sediment Control Methods
  • Sustainability and Energy Efficiency
  • Request Permission to Dispose of Chemicals by Trash or Sewer

External Regulations

The following are important external environmental regulations and programs that the University must comply with.

  • Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA)
  • Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
  • Metropolitan Council
  • Minnesota Department of Health
  • MPCA Underground Storage Tank Program
  • MPCA Aboveground Storage Tank Program
  • EPA Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Rule

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