June 3, 2019
The Department of Environmental Safety, Sustainability and Risk, (ESSR) joins the National Safety Council and thousands of organizations nationwide in celebrating National Safety Month.
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May 9, 2019
A new collaborative effort between the Office of Sustainability and the Department of Engineering & Energy is finding ways to reap the benefits of science while reducing the environmental impacts.
April 8, 2019
This National Safety Council Adult and Child CPR, AED, and First Aid training is given by NSC trained ESSR Employees and certification cards are printed for attendees.
April 1, 2019
Attend free sustainability events at University of Maryland to celebrate Earth Month in April.
March 27, 2019
This two-day Fire Safety in Research Laboratories Workshop is based on the fire protection requirements in NFPA 45, Fire Protection in Laboratories Using Chemicals, 2015 Edition.
February 1, 2019
Given this week’s frigid temperatures, the Maryland Department of Health has asked us to share information to prevent illness and injury. Please take a moment to read through the guidance below. We would like to especially encourage all Terps to cover up and bundle up to prevent frostbite or hypothermia. Please protect yourselves in these extreme weather conditions and look out for your neighbors.
December 12, 2018
Fire and life safety is everyone’s responsibility; by testing smoke alarms and CO detectors, keeping exits clear of obstructions, and maintaining fire alarms and fire sprinkler systems, we can all avoid injury or death from the effects of fire.
November 12, 2018
The ESSR Annual Report for 2017-2018 is now available.
November 10, 2018
Learn more about the University of Maryland's ongoing sustainability efforts in the Sustainability Progress Report.
November 1, 2018
Mold and Indoor Air Quality Information
October 1, 2018
See how you can participate in promoting biosafety in your lab. #GetYourCultureOn
September 26, 2018
Annual Fire Safety Report is now available on the Fire Marshal and Emergency Management page.
September 17, 2018
See how your laboratory can prepare for disruptions, such as campus closures for severe weather or an unscheduled loss of utilities.
May 18, 2018
Find out more about the changes that are happening to our training requirements for laboratory teaching assistants.
February 1, 2018
Graduate students in the School of Public Health collaborated with staff members from the Office of Risk Management in the Department of Environmental Safety, Sustainability & Risk (ESSR) this past semester on their class projects to analyze and make key recommendations about the workplace health and safety environment at the University of Maryland.
January 25, 2018
Stormwater management, permitting, and pollution control is a major priority for the University of Maryland.
November 14, 2017
Get more information about the University of Maryland Climate Action Plan 2.0 and the Sustainability Progress Report.
May 5, 2017
The Department of Environmental Safety, Sustainability and Risk is proud to announce the SAFE initiative.
March 31, 2017
Starting this year, the University of Maryland is taking a historic step on its journey toward carbon neutrality. President Loh has approved a strategy to eliminate the climate impact caused by university-related student, faculty, and staff air travel through a new Carbon Neutral Air Travel Initiative.
October 11, 2016
Mary Ann Rankin, Senior Vice President and Provost, Amitabh Varshney, Interim Vice President and Chief Research Officer and Carlo Colella, Vice President for Administration and Finance renew their commitment to a strong culture of safety by issuing the expanded "Expectations for Conducting Safe Research"
January 11, 2016
I am so pleased to be returning to the University of Maryland as the Executive Director of Environmental Safety, Sustainability & Risk (ESSR.) This is a wonderfully exciting time for the University with record research funding, the addition of new campus facilities, a continuing increase in student enrollment, and membership in the Big Ten (Go Terps!), among many other initiatives and accomplishments. The very capable staff of ESSR are here to provide the University with excellent support and services in line with our vision of a campus where safety and sustainability are core values. I invite you to explore our website (www.essr.umd.edu) for additional information about our programs and resources. I hope to meet as many of you as possible and I look forward to hearing from you with your comments, questions, and suggestions. Sincerely, Maureen Kotlas