Environment in Topeka, KS
Air quality, water systems, and environmental sites
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
5
Pop. Served
141,838
Violations (5yr)
28
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
3
Total CO₂e
207.9K MT
Top Emitter
ROLLING MEADOWS LANDFILL
99.0K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (100k_250k)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
ROLLING MEADOWS LANDFILL Waste Management Inc | Waste | 99,012 |
Evergy Transmission and Distribution Evergy Inc | Other | 65,439 |
THE GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY - TOPEKA KANSAS PLANT The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co | Other | 43,399 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 5 water systems serving the area. 28 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 3 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 207.9K metric tons of CO₂e.