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Teach with Databases: Toxic Release

toxic release inventory database

This curriculum was designed by the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) with support from the Environmental Protection Agency. It provides teachers and students with a community based context for studying chemistry, biology, and environmental sciences. The TRI is a public database that records annual chemical releases into the air, water and land.

This package uses TRI as a tool for student investigation. It includes a range of labs which cover sampling and analysis methods, Internet/CD-ROM usage, and guidance for applying TRI data to investigate toxic chemical releases in your community.

$31.50 NSTA members ($35.00 for nonmembers). Recommended for grades 7-12.

Kit Includes:

  • Getting Started
  • Teacher's Guide
  • EPA Guide
  • CD-ROM
  • Database Basics

    To Order:
    Call 1-800-722-NSTA or purchase online (using publication number PB143X01) at the National Science Teachers Association's on-line store. Exiting EPA (disclaimer)

    You can also access the TRI database through:

    For More Information

    For more information about TRI, contact the Region 9 TRI program, or visit the national TRI Web site.

    • Region 9 Topics and Programs | A-Z Index

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