Our Locations

UL Research Institutes

UL Research Institutes is a leading independent nonprofit safety science organization with a global reach. Driven by the innovation of our institutes and offices, our work is dedicated to advancing public safety and well-being. Specializing in cutting-edge safety research and innovative testing, we provide invaluable insights and solutions to industries globally. Established in 1894, UL Research Institutes has a rich history of pioneering safety standards, committed to scientific excellence and integrity.

Address: 1603 Orrington Ave # 2000, Evanston, IL 60201

Chemical Insights Research Institute

The Chemical Insights Research Institute, one of the research institutes of UL Research Institutes, is at the forefront of understanding how chemical and environmental exposures impact human health, and how to reduce risks. Located in Marietta, Georgia, our cutting-edge research facilities strive to understand how the chemicals in the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the products we interact with impact our health. Our research examines 3D printing emissions, vaping, global air pollution, PFAS, wildfires and the WUI (wildland-urban interface), and more. As part of ULRI, we are committed to open, accessible, and free science for the advancement of public safety and well-being.

Address: 2211 Newmarket Pkwy SE, Suite 106, Marietta, GA 30067

Electrochemical Safety Research Institute

The Electrochemical Safety Research Institute, one of the research institutes of UL Research Institutes, is a leader in advancing electrochemical science and technology. Our cutting-edge research focuses on developing innovative solutions to critical global challenges such as energy storage, battery systems, and sustainable and renewable energy technology.

Located in Houston, Texas, our state-of-the-art research facilities are equipped to drive breakthroughs in electrochemical applications, fostering advancements in electric vehicles, renewable energy integration, grid storage solutions, and lithium-ion battery manufacturing. As part of ULRI, we are committed to open, accessible, and free science for the advancement of public safety and well-being.

Address: 5000 Gulf Fwy Building 4, Suite 230/A, Houston, TX 77023

Fire Safety Research Institute

The Fire Safety Research Institute, one of the research institutes of UL Research Institutes, is dedicated to addressing the world’s unresolved fire safety risks and emerging dangers. Located in Columbia, Maryland, our research focuses on fire dynamics, fire service tactics, and strategies in residential, commercial, and industrial structures through full-scale testing, field testing, modeling, and sharing information through online and classroom education. As part of ULRI, we are committed to open, accessible, and free science for the advancement of public safety and well-being.

Address: 6200 Old Dobbin Ln, Suite #150, Columbia, MD 21045

Materials Discovery Research Institute

The Materials Discovery Research Institute, one of the research institutes of UL Research Institutes, stands at the forefront of materials science research. Our work helps to develop and deploy new materials with the potential to address current global safety challenges. Located in Skokie, Illinois, our state-of-the-art laboratory facilities drive the creation and discovery of intelligent material design for a sustainable future through advanced computing and high-throughput experimental methods. Our key research helps address global issues of climate change, carbon capture, water purification, and decarbonization strategies to educate, reduce harm, and support ULRI’s commitment to open, accessible, and free science for the advancement of public safety and well-being.

Address: 8045 Lamon Ave, Suite 320 & 360, Skokie, IL 60077