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Toxic chemical release inventory information
1Eastern Region Online Training and Information Center, Regional Medical Library Program, New York City 10029.
Medical Reference Services Quarterly
|January 4, 1992
Summary
The U.S. government provides public access to toxic chemical release data through the Toxic Chemical Release Inventory (TRI) databanks. These files detail environmental releases from reporting facilities for numerous chemicals.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Public Health
- Chemical Safety
Background:
- The U.S. government aims to inform the public about environmental chemical releases.
- The National Library of Medicine (NLM) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) collaborate on this initiative.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide accessible data on toxic chemical releases into the environment.
- To support public awareness and inform decision-making regarding hazardous chemicals.
Main Methods:
- Joint production of the Toxic Chemical Release Inventory (TRI) databanks by NLM and EPA.
- Data organized into two files (TRI87 and TRI88) accessible via NLM's TOX-NET system.
- Inclusion of geographic information and release data for approximately 300 chemicals across land, air, and water.
Main Results:
- Availability of TRI87 and TRI88 databanks containing comprehensive chemical release information.
- Data includes facility locations and release quantities for numerous toxic chemicals.
- Information covers releases into land, air, and water environments.
Conclusions:
- The TRI databanks serve as a crucial resource for understanding environmental chemical pollution.
- Public access to this data empowers communities and researchers.
- Ongoing government efforts enhance transparency regarding hazardous chemical releases.