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.
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Chemical Spills & Accidents
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Right-to-Know Network database of NRC (National Response Center) tracking of chemical spills accidents.
Enviromapper for EnviroFacts
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EPA database and interactive map of hazardous waste, impaired water bodies, air emissions, toxic release sites, etc.
Environmental Maps
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EPA interactive environmental and demographic maps. Simply type your Zip code or choose your state or city.
EPA Enforcement & Compliance History (ECHO)
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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency database of hazardous waste enforcement and compliance histories.
Hazardous Substance Releases | ATSDR
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ATSDR (Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry) information on the release of hazardous substances from Superfund sites, emergency events,.
Hazardous Waste Handlers | RCRIS
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Database of hazardous waste handlers by geographic area, facility, or industry.
Household Product Ingredients
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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.
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.
Pollution Locator
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Search by county, state, or community and view reports on environmental issues such as air pollutants, lead hazards, smog and particulates, etc.
Radon Zones
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Interactive EPA map of Radon Zones. Select your state and view color coded counties marking lowest to highest radon potential.
Recycling Facilities
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Database of recycling facilities by type of material as well as city & state.
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Renewable Energy Publications
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National Renewable Energy Laboratory publications database.
Risk Management Plans
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Database risk management plans from industrial facilities with extremely hazardous substances.
Superfund Hazardous Waste Sites (SEMS)
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EPA Superfund Enterprise Management System (SEMS) database.
Toxic Release Query
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EPA toxic release inventory of facilities, toxic chemical releases to the environment, chemical transfers, source reduction and recycling, and.
Toxic Releases
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Right-to-Know Network Spills and Accidents database of toxic chemical spills by name, state, or substance.
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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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