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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.

  • Updates

    EPA has added new data to 14 indicators covering topics ranging from air quality and drinking water to waste management and health impacts. Browse the full list here. 

  • Updated Look

    We’ve refreshed the ROE graphs to provide a more interactive experience no matter what type of device you use. Browse the ROE indicators to explore for yourself. 

Air

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

Water

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  • Water in the ROE
    • Fresh Surface Waters
    • Ground Water
    • Wetlands
    • Coastal Waters
    • Drinking Water
    • Recreational Water
    • Consumable Fish and Shellfish

Land

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

What's New?

  • Find and explore the ROE indicators
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Human Exposure & Health

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  • Human Exposure & Health in the ROE
    • Exposure to Environmental Contaminants
    • Health Status
    • Disease and Conditions

Ecological Condition

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  • Ecological Condition in the ROE
    • Extent and Distribution
    • Biodiversity and Ecosystem Health
    • Ecological Processes
    • Physical and Chemical Attributes
    • Ecological Exposure to Contaminants

Learn about the ROE Program

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  • About the ROE
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Last updated on September 22, 2025
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