Wastewater & Water News & Events

Wastewater traffic jams in sewers don’t cause a standstill; the water keeps coming from homes and businesses and the water levels keep rising.

Metro Plant scientists say research they’re doing with colleagues at the University of Minnesota Genomics Center could help predict COVID-19 outbreaks even before testing can identify cases.

A new report describes the many positive outcomes from the Minnesota Legislature’s decision in 2005 to give regional water supply planning responsibilities to the Met Council.

All nine of our wastewater treatment plants were recognized for excellence in operational performance and permit compliance during 2019.

A trio of agreements have facilitated the most cost-effective way for the City of Loretto to be served by the regional wastewater collection and treatment system.

MCES is among 65 entities recognized this year for stewardship, resource recovery, partnership, and engagement.

Originally anticipated to be completed in summer 2021, this project is currently on track to be finished in November 2020.

The overall municipal wastewater charge for 2021 is $240.3 million, just 2% more than 2020. The sewer availability charge will remain flat at $2,485 for the seventh consecutive year.