Environment in Marion, IL
Air quality, water systems, and environmental sites
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
8
Pop. Served
36,042
Violations (5yr)
12
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
2
Total CO₂e
1.6M MT
Top Emitter
Marion
1.0M MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (10k_25k)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Marion Southern Illinois Power Cooperative | Power Plants | 1,047,164 |
Pond Creek No. 1 Mine Foresight Energy Lp | Other | 553,182 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 8 water systems serving the area. 12 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 2 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 1.6M metric tons of CO₂e.