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CNS Partners
ORD has created the CNS in partnership with the Office of Policy, Economics, and Innovation (OPEI) and the Office of Regional Operations (ORO).
The OPEI is part of the EPA Administrator's office, and is the primary policy arm of the EPA, providing analytical and management support in policy development. More information on OPEI can be found at the the OPEI home page
The ORO serves as the liaison between EPA's 10 regional offices and EPA headquarters. More information about the structure and functions of the ORO can be found at the ORO home page