County-level aggregate compiled from public EPA ECHO + SEC EDGAR data across 3 tracked companies headquartered in Cook County. Each link below opens an entity-level synthesis with full citations.
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Environmental Compliance Snapshot
Cook County, IL
Aggregated November 2, 2026
County Compliance Snapshot (24 months)
| Companies tracked | 3 |
|---|---|
| EPA-reported violations (24mo) | 49 |
| Aggregate penalties (24mo) | $24.93M |
| Active EPA permits | 0 |
| Average EJScreen index | 0 |
Tracked entities in Cook County
| Company | Industry | Violations (24mo) | Penalties (24mo) |
|---|---|---|---|
| NAVISTAR, INC. · CHICAGO | — · 336111 | 5 | $20.80M |
| BEFESA ZINC US INC · CHICAGO | — · 331492 | 14 | $4.09M |
| PPG INDUSTRIES INC · BELVIDERE | Paint and Coating Manufacturing · 325510 | 30 | $40.8K |
Authoritative sources
- EPA Region 5 — https://www.epa.gov/aboutepa/epa-region-5
- Illinois Environmental Protection Agency — https://epa.illinois.gov
- EPA ECHO — IL facility search
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Frequently asked questions
How many companies in Cook County, IL are tracked on WhatsMyESG?
3 companies are currently tracked with published profiles based in Cook County.
What is the total penalty volume for Cook County companies over the past 24 months?
Aggregate EPA-reported penalties total $24.93M across the trailing 24 months.
What environmental authorities cover Cook County, IL?
Federal compliance is handled by EPA Region 5 (https://www.epa.gov/aboutepa/epa-region-5). State-level authority sits with Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (https://epa.illinois.gov).