Tega Cay, SC (Tega Cay Sun) – In a move to centralize and simplify access to environmental data, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) provides “Envirofacts,” a comprehensive online platform. This portal offers users a single point of access to a myriad of EPA databases, shedding light on environmental activities that could impact the air, water, and land across the nation.
Whether you’re curious about the environmental undertakings in your locality or keen on visualizing environmental data through maps, Envirofacts has got you covered. The platform is designed to cater to both novices and experts. For those new to the platform, the “Quick Start” feature is recommended. By simply inputting details like ZIP Code, City and State, or County and State, users can swiftly retrieve a snapshot of environmental data relevant to their region.
For those seeking a deeper dive, Envirofacts boasts a range of Topics to choose from. These encompass areas such as Air, Waste, Facility, Land, Toxic Releases, Compliance, Water, Radiation, and more. Each topic is meticulously curated to provide users with a holistic understanding of the subject.
One of the standout features of Envirofacts is the “Multisystem Search Form.” This tool empowers users to simultaneously scour multiple environmental databases. Whether you’re investigating toxic chemical releases, compliance with water discharge permits, hazardous waste management techniques, Superfund statuses, or air emission estimates, this feature ensures you get the information you need.
For a comprehensive guide on the available searches within each topic, users are directed to the “About the Data” page on the platform.
The webpage for Envirofacts is https://enviro.epa.gov/
A search for Tega Cay, SC returns 13 facilities with environmental activities regulated by the EPA. Six are regulated under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) or Solid and Hazardous Waste; Six are regulated under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) or Clean Water Act; and one under the Clean Air Act. You can select a facility or report type to learn more about the facility and view their waste codes and descriptions.
Map of Envirofacts search for Tega Cay facilities
