Implementing tests and analysis work in support of EPA's policies and programs
	Raising environmental testing capability with accurate and reliable data
	Promulgating the standards for environmental analysis methods and QA/QC systems in accordance with environmental regulations and policymaking
	Developing quality assurance guidelines for the environmental data base and data quality validation system, and accomplishing QA audit to assure the quality of environmental analysis data
	Raising the management quality of environmental analysis laboratories to expand privatization effectiveness of environmental analysis business
	Strengthening cooperation with academic research institutes and developing test methods with a focus on automation, high efficiency, and environmentally-friendly techniques