Greater access to environmental information, particularly from industry has been heightened primarily by IPC and subsequently, IPPC. Information on processes and activities are now held in public registers, and compiled and maintained by the Environment Agency or the relevant authority. These registers are free to inspect and are held at the regional or area offices of the relevant authority where the process or activity is based. Registers and Reports Maintained by Public Bodies. (Click on to reveal table)(Mumma: 237) Pressure Groups such as Friends of the Earth (FoE) are also communicating such information. Have a look at the FoE's interactive Factory Watch site where you can reveal the major polluters in a chosen area of the UK.