EPA's Scientific Integrity Policy
As stewards of the nation’s human health and the environment, the EPA recognizes the critical importance of scientific integrity in scientific activities, including research, applied science, and any actions using environmental information and data for decision-making purposes.
EPA's 2012 Scientific Integrity Policy
This policy provides a framework intended to ensure scientific integrity throughout the EPA and promote scientific and ethical standards, including quality standards; communications with the public; the use of peer review and advisory committees; and professional development. It also describes the scope and role of a standing committee of Agency-wide scientific integrity officials to implement this policy.