Environment in Gaston, SC
Air quality, water systems, and environmental sites
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
5
Pop. Served
11,220
Violations (5yr)
1
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
2
Total CO₂e
1.2M MT
Top Emitter
Columbia Energy Center (SC)
1.1M MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (under10k)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Columbia Energy Center (SC) Dominion Energy Inc | Power Plants | 1,118,569 |
Alpek Polyester USA, LLC Columbia Site Alpek Polyester Usa, Llc | Other | 67,108 |
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. 1 water quality violation has been reported in the past 5 years. 2 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 1.2M metric tons of CO₂e.