Underwriters Laboratories
Underwriters Laboratories is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the UL Mission through the discovery and application of scientific knowledge. We conduct rigorous independent research and analyze safety data, convene experts worldwide to address risks, share knowledge through safety education and public outreach initiatives, and develop standards to guide safe, sustainable commercialization of evolving technologies. We foster communities of safety, from grassroots initiatives for neighborhoods to summits of world leaders. Our organization employs collaborative and scientific approaches with partners and stakeholders to drive innovation and progress toward improving safety, security and sustainability.
Learn MoreOur Focus Areas
Underwriters Laboratories devotes research and resources to six key areas of concentration, and together our work strives to improve safety standards and practices worldwide.
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Battery Safety
Investigating the limits of battery technologies to drive safer innovations and product performance
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Chemical Safety
Promoting human health through research and awareness of the potential risks of chemical pollutants
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Data Science
Providing analytical, statistical and predictive modeling to enhance strategy and research
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Education and Outreach
Developing safety, health and sustainability education interventions to inspire behavior change, awareness and empower positive action
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Fire Safety
Leading fire research and developing practical education to help firefighters stay safe and protect people and property
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Standards
Delivering standards that guide the safety, performance and sustainability of products and services worldwide
Initiatives
As the non-profit arm of UL, we conduct original scientific research and release extensive reports for the benefit of public and private stakeholders.
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Improving safety with the UL Safety Index
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