State-level aggregate compiled from public EPA ECHO + SEC EDGAR data across 20 tracked companies headquartered in California. Each link below opens an entity-level synthesis with full citations.
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ESG & Environmental Compliance Snapshot
California
Aggregated August 23, 2026
State Compliance Snapshot (24 months)
| Companies tracked | 20 |
|---|---|
| EPA-reported violations (24mo) | 455 |
| Aggregate penalties (24mo) | $550.93M |
| Average EJScreen index | 0 |
Top tracked entities by 24-month penalty volume
Counties with most tracked facilities
| County | Companies | Violations (24mo) | Penalties (24mo) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles County | 8 | 360 | $483.43M |
| San Bernardino County | 3 | 60 | $4.48M |
| Kern County | 2 | 8 | $4.09M |
| Santa Barbara County | 1 | 0 | $26.16M |
| Sacramento County | 1 | 27 | $21.20M |
| Santa Clara County | 1 | 0 | $3.10M |
| San Diego County | 1 | 0 | $2.12M |
| Contra Costa County | 1 | 0 | $2.12M |
| Inyo County | 1 | 0 | $2.12M |
| Imperial County | 1 | 0 | $2.12M |
Industries by aggregate penalty volume
| Industry (NAICS) | Companies | Violations (24mo) | Penalties (24mo) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry not classified · NAICS 492110 | 6 | 148 | $477.70M |
| Industry not classified · NAICS 56299 | 3 | 44 | $29.17M |
| Crude Petroleum Extraction · NAICS 211120 | 1 | 0 | $26.16M |
| Industry not classified · NAICS 484122 | 1 | 11 | $6.21M |
| Industry not classified · NAICS 49211 | 2 | 0 | $4.24M |
Authoritative sources
- California Environmental Protection Agency — https://calepa.ca.gov
- EPA Region 9 — https://www.epa.gov/aboutepa/epa-region-9
- EPA ECHO — CA facility search
Frequently asked questions
How many companies in California are tracked on WhatsMyESG?
20 companies are currently tracked with published profiles, drawn from EPA ECHO + SEC EDGAR public records.
What is the total EPA penalty volume for tracked California companies over the past 24 months?
Aggregate EPA-reported penalties total $550.93M across the trailing 24 months. Penalty data is drawn from EPA ECHO and refreshed every 6 hours.
Which industry has the highest penalty volume in California?
Industry not classified (NAICS 492110) leads aggregate penalty volume at $477.70M across 6 tracked companies.
Who is the top tracked violator in California?
By aggregate 24-month penalty volume, UNITED PARCEL SERVICE leads the tracked set with $467.10M in EPA-reported penalties and 148 violations.
Where can I file an environmental complaint in California?
California Environmental Protection Agency accepts complaints and inquiries at https://calepa.ca.gov. EPA Region 9 also handles federal-program complaints at https://www.epa.gov/aboutepa/epa-region-9.