Environmental Quality Technology - Dem/Val

The Environmental Quality Technology - Dem/Val program is designed to demonstrate and validate environmental technologies relevant to Army weapon systems and installations. Its primary objective is to assess the military utility and potential cost reductions of these technologies in realistic settings. This initiative aligns with the Army's modernization goals by addressing outdated materials and reducing impacts on human health and the environment. The program includes field exercises to evaluate upgrades or introduce new capabilities, ensuring endorsement by potential users.

The National Defense Center for Environmental Excellence (NDCEE) focuses on demonstrating, validating, and transitioning innovative Environmental, Safety & Occupational Health, and Energy (ESOHE) technologies. Managed by the Army for the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Sustainment, NDCEE tackles high-priority environmental challenges within a sustainability framework. Its efforts include developing infrastructure, alternative energy solutions, and training lands while ensuring validated ESOHE technologies are available at Army installations to maintain technological superiority.

Installation Resilience is another project that enhances resiliency across Army installations by improving operations management and energy efficiency. It demonstrates systems that inform installation managers about operational planning and infrastructure management. This project aligns with the Army Installations Strategy and Climate Strategy, aiming to streamline critical infrastructure operations while integrating new technologies for cost-effective solutions.

The Environmental Quality Technology Dem/Val project supports advanced development of environmental technologies that modernize materials and processes for operational sustainment and training capabilities. It focuses on reducing health risks associated with toxic materials like hexavalent chromium and lead while enhancing readiness through safer alternatives. The project also evaluates low global warming potential alternatives for military applications, supporting modernization priorities by addressing climate change impacts and regulatory compliance requirements.