about usaec
Our Story
The USAEC story began in 1972 when the Army created the Program Manager for Demilitarization of Chemical Materiel to manage the day-to day operations of destroying the nation's stockpile of toxic chemical agents and munitions. Over the years our role has expanded to include many new responsibilities around the world. Through all the changes, our mission of ensuring maximum use of Army training lands through sound environmental practices and stewardship remains.
Our Mission and Vision
Mission: USAEC executes environmental programs that enable Army readiness, environmental stewardship, and sustainability.
Vision: Deliver premier environmental solutions and services, setting the standard for environmental excellence.
Our Focus
- USAEC provides environmental expertise, manages programs, and leads projects in compliance, conservation, cleanup, and pollution prevention.
- USAEC teams leverage diverse knowledge and skills to address complex environmental challenges and promote sustainable practices.
- USAEC supports Army mission and installations by integrating environmental considerations into decision-making processes.
Our Team
- USAEC is a multidisciplinary team of experts, including scientists, engineers, conservation specialists, and planners, who work together to deliver environmental solutions.
- USAEC fosters a collaborative and inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives, encourages innovation, and promotes continuous learning and improvement.
- USAEC prioritizes professional development and growth by providing opportunities for training, education, and career advancement.
Our Partners
- USAEC collaborates with federal, state, and local authorities, as well as public interest groups, to gather knowledge and information from stakeholders.
- USAEC engages with Native American Tribal Governments, public interest groups, and other stakeholders to promote environmental awareness, education, and outreach.
- USAEC also partners with other government agencies, academia, and industry to drive innovation and share knowledge.
Our Priorities
USAEC focuses on the following key areas:
- People: USAEC supports Army operators and installations by providing environmental expertise, informing and engaging local communities, and offering environmental training and leader development opportunities. USAEC also fosters a culture of environmental stewardship and sustainability.
- Army Readiness and Modernization: USAEC supports Army installations and training by implementing sustainable environmental technologies, ensuring compliance with environmental laws and regulations, and promoting mission readiness and installation resiliency. USAEC also supports Army modernization efforts by providing environmental guidance and expertise.
- Environment: USAEC prioritizes compliance, conservation, cleanup, and pollution prevention. Specifically, USAEC:
- Manages and conserves natural resources on Army installations, including over 13.5 million acres of land, 251 federally endangered species, and historical buildings, archaeological sites, and Native American sacred sites.
- Restores contaminated Army lands by investing over $9 billion to enable continued use of Army lands and protect human health and the environment.
- Reduces pollution at the source by promoting sustainable practices and minimizing risks to human health and the environment.