EPA
APIUS Environmental Protection Agency Open Environmental Data APIs
Overview
The EPA API provides RESTful access to a vast array of environmental data from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, including air quality indices, water pollution metrics, hazardous waste locations, climate change data, and more. Responses are primarily in JSON format, with some endpoints offering CSV/XML options. Use cases include building public health monitoring apps, conducting environmental research, creating educational tools for communities, or developing policy analysis platforms to track pollution trends and compliance.
Example Integration (JavaScript)
fetch('https://www.epa.gov/developers/data-data-products#apis')
.then(res => res.json())
.then(data => console.log(data))
.catch(err => console.error(err)); Key Features
- RESTful endpoints
- JSON response format
- Diverse environmental data sets
- No API key required (most endpoints)
Frequently Asked Questions
? Is the EPA API free to use?
Yes, all EPA public data APIs are free for both non-commercial and commercial use, subject to the EPA’s terms of service.
? Does the EPA API require an API key?
Most EPA endpoints do not require an API key for basic access; however, some advanced or high-volume use cases may need authentication.
? What response formats does the EPA API support?
Primary response format is JSON, with select endpoints offering CSV or XML for specific data sets like historical pollution records.
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Free for all use cases
- ⊕ Reliable government data source
- ⊕ Covers multiple environmental domains
- ⊕ Easy to integrate into applications
Cons
- ⊖ Rate limits on high-volume queries
- ⊖ Documentation varies across endpoints
- ⊖ Data update frequency inconsistent
- ⊖ Some advanced endpoints lack detailed guides