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Offers interdisciplinary programs, courses, lectures, and events focused on environmental topics and issues directly impacting our society.

In addition to supporting the Rice Community in the areas of chemical and biological safety, fire safety, office and laboratory safety, the office has a waste disposal programs for various types of waste including batteries and biohazards.

Rice's Environmental Health and Safety Department provides support to the Rice Community in the areas of chemical, biological, radiation, fire, office, and laboratory safety. The department also works with local, state and federal agencies to ensure compliance with government codes and policies and assure everyone that Rice University is a safe place to work and study.

Environmental education lesson plans and materials from the Smithsonian for teachers and families.