About the Office of Research and Development (ORD)
The Office of Research and Development (ORD) is the scientific research arm of EPA. Its leading-edge research informs Agency decisions and supports the emerging needs of EPA stakeholders, including the Agency’s state, tribal, and community partners.
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. ORD Offices and Centers are situated in 10 facilities across the country. We also serve as the Agency’s National Program Manager for Regional Laboratories.
Learn more about:
Management
- Biography
- Phone: 202-564-6620
- Mail code: 8101R | EPA mailing addresses
- Biography
- Phone: 919-541-5114
- Mail code: Mail code: B305-01 | EPA mailing addresses
- Biography
- Phone: 202-564-3331
- Mail code: 8101R | EPA mailing addresses
Offices
- Office of Resource Management (ORM)
- Office of Science and Information Management (OSIM)
- Office of Science Advisor, Policy, and Engagement (OSAPE)
Research Centers
- 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
Locations
Mailing addresses and phone numbers for ORD facilities
