How to Search Environmental Databases (Start Here)
Use the databases below to search environmental databases. These are federal and nationwide sources. For state or county-level records, go to the specific state page.
⚠ Federal databases only cover federal-level data. State and county records require separate searches at the appropriate level.
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Use the databases below to search environmental databases.
Chemical Spills & Accidents
Official Free
Right-to-Know Network database of NRC (National Response Center) tracking of chemical spills accidents.
Enviromapper for EnviroFacts
Official Free
EPA database and interactive map of hazardous waste, impaired water bodies, air emissions, toxic release sites, etc.
Environmental Maps
Official Free
EPA interactive environmental and demographic maps. Simply type your Zip code or choose your state or city.
EPA Enforcement & Compliance History (ECHO)
Official Free
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency database of hazardous waste enforcement and compliance histories.
Hazardous Substance Releases | ATSDR
Official Free
ATSDR (Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry) information on the release of hazardous substances from Superfund sites, emergency events, or
Hazardous Waste Handlers | RCRIS
Official Free
Database of hazardous waste handlers by geographic area, facility, or industry.
Household Product Ingredients
Official Free
National Institute of Health/National Library of Medicine database of Household Product ingredients.
Household Products
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National Institute of Health/National Library of Medicine database of household products. Find information on brands, manufacturers, health effects,
Nuclear Waste Shipment Routes
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Find out how far from the proposed routes for the shipping of radioactive nuclear waste to Yucca Mountain in Nevada. Hint: more than 100 miles is exce
Pollution Locator
Official Free
Search by county, state, or community and view reports on environmental issues such as air pollutants, lead hazards, smog and particulates, etc.
Radon Zones
Official Free
Interactive EPA map of Radon Zones. Select your state and view color coded counties marking lowest to highest radon potential.
Recycling Facilities
Official Free
Database of recycling facilities by type of material as well as city & state. Information includes facility name, address, phone, web site, distance,
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Renewable Energy Publications
Official Free
National Renewable Energy Laboratory publications database.
Risk Management Plans
Official Free
Database risk management plans from industrial facilities with extremely hazardous substances.
Superfund Hazardous Waste Sites (SEMS)
Official Free
EPA Superfund Enterprise Management System (SEMS) database.
Toxic Release Query
Official Free
EPA toxic release inventory of facilities, toxic chemical releases to the environment, chemical transfers, source reduction and recycling, and product
Toxic Releases
Official Free
Right-to-Know Network Spills and Accidents database of toxic chemical spills by name, state, or substance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fastest way to search environmental databases?▼
Start with the primary database listed above. Each system is specialized - use the Returns vs Excludes table to identify which one matches your needs.
Why does my search return no results?▼
Federal databases only cover federal-level data. If you need state or county records, go to the specific state page. Federal and state systems are completely separate.
Is there a single database for all these records?▼
No. Each federal agency maintains its own system independently. You must search the specific agency that handles the record type you need.
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