What We Do

ORD conducts the research for EPA that provides the foundation for credible decision-making to safeguard human health and ecosystems from environmental pollutants. ORD's work is organized into six research programs that identify the most pressing environmental health research needs with input from Agency offices, partners, and stakeholders. Our Strategic Research Action Plans updated every few years outline the research underway in the programs.

Leadership

Vacant, Deputy Assistant Administrator for Management

Organization

• Office of Resource Management (ORM)
• Office of Science and Information Management (OSIM)
• Office of Science Advisor, Policy, and Engagement (OSAPE)
• Center for Computational Toxicology and Exposure (CCTE)
• Center for Environmental Measurement and Modeling (CEMM)
• Center for Environmental Solutions and Emergency Response (CESER)
• Center for Public Health and Environmental Assessment (CPHEA)

Research Programs

• Air, Climate, and Energy
• Chemical Safety for Sustainability
• Health and Environmental Risk Assessment
• Homeland Security
• Safe and Sustainable Water Resources
• Sustainable and Healthy Communities