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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News and Events
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Improving safety with the UL Safety Index
Used by organizations to explore the state of global safety, the UL Safety Index extends safety to the places that need it most. The UL Safety…
The Backstory to UL's Viral Fire Safety Short Film, as Told in Allison + Partners 'The Stream' Podcast
With more than 10 million views, the 'Dramatic Difference'; short film created by Underwriters Laboratories for the Close Before You Doze campaign…
Research on Potential Health Impacts of 3D Printers Presented in Forbes
Dr. Marilyn Black, Underwriters Laboratories Vice President and Senior Technical Advisor, spoke with Forbes about the research conducted by her team…
UL publishes ANSI/CAN/UL 2904 Standard for 3D printers
"Standard Method for Testing and Assessing Particle and Chemical Emissions from 3D Printers" is now available for use ATLANTA -- UL Chemical Safety…