Emergency Planning & Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) Section 313 Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) Reporting

EPCRA Section 313 TRI reporting is a process of submitting data and information to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) about the release and disposal of certain toxic chemicals from a facility. The Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) reporting is required under the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) Section 313 for facilities that fall under the specific industries or use certain chemicals above specific threshold amounts.

The report, known as the TRI report, includes information such as the location of the facility, the types and quantities of chemicals released to the environment, and the methods used for disposal or other releases. The report must be submitted annually, typically by July 1st of each year and must be completed according to specific guidelines and protocols set by the EPCRA.

The main goal of EPCRA Section 313 TRI reporting is to provide the public with information about the release and disposal of toxic chemicals from a facility, so they can make informed decisions about environmental and public health. The information provided in the report can also be used to evaluate the effectiveness of pollution prevention measures and determine if any changes are needed to protect the environment and public health.

By submitting regular and accurate EPCRA Section 313 TRI reports, facilities can ensure compliance with regulations and provide valuable information to the public. This can help to minimize the risk of harm to the public and the environment. Facilities that fall under specific industries or use certain chemicals above specific threshold amounts are required to file this report every year by July 1st.