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Center for Environmental Research & Technology

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Center for Environmental Research and Technology

200
+ Million Dollars in Research Funding Since 1991
30
Research Laboratories & Testbeds
88
Current Active Research Projects
73
Percent of Projects Focused on Applied Research

Delivering Real-World Research from the Largest Research Center at UCR

The Center for Environmental Research and Technology (CE-CERT) brings together multiple disciplines throughout campus to address society’s most pressing environmental challenges in air quality, climate change, energy, and transportation.

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Featured News

CE-CERT Measures Brake and Tire Emissions in Real-World Driving Conditions

| Sara Salsgiver

CE-CERT Students Earn Honorable Mention at 2025 Bob Crommelin Conference

Three researchers wearing bright red immersion suits stand on the deck of a ship, with the open ocean and partly cloudy blue sky in the background. The group is positioned near a white metal door and railing, with containers and equipment visible on the deck.

CE-CERT launches study of ship emissions off SoCal coast

| Sara Salsgiver
pen trunk of a silver Toyota Corolla showing a blue portable emissions analyzer connected to a black hose, used for measuring ammonia emissions during on-road testing.

CE-CERT Conducts Real-World Study on Ammonia Emissions from Light-Duty Vehicles

| Sara Salsgiver
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Heavy-Duty Chassis Dynamometer
Supports full-scale emissions testing for diesel, CNG, hybrid, electric, and hydrogen-powered trucks under realistic load and drive cycles.
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HDD CERT ENGINE
Heavy-Duty Engine Dynamometer
Enables transient and steady-state testing for engines up to 600 hp, including aftertreatment calibration and fuel performance studies.
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MEL
Mobile Emissions Lab (MEL)
A 53-foot rolling emissions lab fully compliant with CFR Part 1065, MEL supports field-based vehicle testing with integrated analyzers, quantum cascade lasers, and a PM tunnel.
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LDL
Light-Duty Emissions Laboratory
Designed to CARB-equivalent standards, this lab enables ultra-low emissions testing for conventional and electric vehicles in a controlled test cell.
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Sustainable Integrated Grid Initiative (SIGI)
A living lab for energy systems integration, SIGI supports microgrid research, smart load balancing, and renewable energy deployment.
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Upcoming Events

Flyer for CE-CERT’s 'Grillin’ & Chillin’' Summer Social event, featuring a blue and yellow spatula, a banner with event details for Friday, June 13 at 3:00 PM, and illustrations of a burger, tropical drink, hibiscus flower, and ice cream sundae. Text invites attendees to the CE-CERT Kitchen & Patio for a summer social.
CE-CERT Summer Social
June 13, 2025 @ 3:00 pm
CE-CERT Kitchen & Patio
Get ready to kick off summer CE-CERT style! Join us for an afternoon of good vibes, great food, and cool treats at our Grillin’ & Chillin’ Summer Social. We’ll be serving up burgers, hot dogs, fresh salads, and seasonal fruit—plus plenty of vegan and vegetarian options for everyone to enjoy.And don’t forget the sweet stuff—our…
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