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Innovation

Technology Innovation

Technology isn’t limited to Silicon Valley. Research in our laboratories leads to new technologies that are used by EPA's regional offices, states, tribes, and local communities.

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Our scientists and researchers design and implement new technologies that improve environmental protection.

EPA Technology Transfer 
Cooperative research and development partnerships can transfer federal technologies into the marketplace.

Technology Innovation Roadmap
The roadmap examines a broad range of approaches to solving the country’s most pressing current environmental problems and preventing future ones.