EnvironmentResources & Publications Archive
Access official guides, policy strategies, and comprehensive regulatory datasets compiled by environmental researchers in Los Angeles.
Featured Documents
Official publications and toolkits available for download.
CEQA Thresholds Guide (Archive)
The official EAD instructions for evaluating project impacts under the California Environmental Quality Act. Essential reference for planning compliance.
LA Greenhouse Gas Inventory
Complete analytical breakdown of municipal and community-wide emissions trends across transport, energy, and waste sectors.
Green Business Audit Checklist
Step-by-step checklist templates to prepare commercial operations for the official Los Angeles Green Business Certification.
Urban Land Remediation Framework
Comprehensive guide detailing how EPA grants are deployed for testing and cleaning contaminated industrial soils in LA.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get quick answers regarding environmental safety, department administration, and services.
In 2010, the City of Los Angeles consolidated EAD's operational tasks into other agencies like LA Sanitation & Environment (LASAN) and City Planning to increase efficiency. This site serves as the official archive and hub for these ongoing strategies.
Air quality is monitored in real-time by the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD). You can find live reports on their website or check our dedicated Air Quality section for regulatory details.
The LA Green Business Program offers formal certification for businesses implementing energy saving, water conservation, and green purchasing policies. Details are available on our Green Businesses program page.
By testing and cleaning up contaminated industrial sites (brownfields), the program removes public health hazards and clears the way for affordable housing, parks, or clean commercial developments, especially in environmental justice focus zones.