Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance

WHAT WE DO The Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance (OECA) goes after pollution problems that impact American communities through vigorous civil and criminal enforcement. Our enforcement activities target the most serious water, air and chemical hazards. As part of this mission, we work to advance environmental justice by protecting communities most vulnerable to pollution. OECA is building on our relationship with states and tribal partners to make sure we are delivering on our shared commitment to a clean and healthy environment. Through improved transparency, advanced technologies and community participation, we are empowering the public to help us assure compliance nationwide, and to level the playing field for those entities that follow the law.