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EPA's Report on the Environment (ROE)

  • What is an ROE Indicator?

    EPA's Report on the Environment (ROE) indicators are simple measures that track the state of the environment and human health over time. Learn about ROE indicators

  • Explore ROE Indicators

    Sort, browse, identify, and explore ROE indicators associated with the different ROE themes and topics.

  • New Indicator!

    Cyanobacteria occur naturally in water but can accumulate and produce toxins that may harm humans and wildlife if exposed. Access the new Cyanobacteria in Lakes indicator to learn more.

  • New Indicator!

    Our new Pesticide Exposure in Food indicator tracks indices of pesticide exposures in food over time, for select pesticide groups using real-world food consumption and residue monitoring data.

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  • Air in the ROE
    • Outdoor Air Quality
    • Greenhouse Gases
    • Indoor Air Quality

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  • Water in the ROE
    • Fresh Surface Waters
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Land

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  • Land in the ROE
    • Land Cover
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    • Chemicals Used on Land
    • Wastes
    • Contaminated Lands

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Human Exposure & Health

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  • Human Exposure & Health in the ROE
    • Exposure to Environmental Contaminants
    • Health Status
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Ecological Condition

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  • Ecological Condition in the ROE
    • Extent and Distribution
    • Diversity and Biological Balance
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    • Ecological Exposure to Contaminants

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