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Basic Information
The Office of Environmental Information (OEI), headed by the Chief Information Officer, manages the life cycle of information to support EPA's mission of protecting human health and the Environment. OEI identifies and implements innovative information technology and information management solutions that strengthen EPA's ability to achieve its goals. OEI ensures the quality of EPA's information, and the efficiency and reliability of EPA's technology, data collection and exchange efforts, and access services.
The following are key responsibilities of OEI:
- Collecting Information: The Office of Information Collection collects, manages, provides and safeguards environmental information, enabling the EPA to protect human health and the environment through informed decisions and actions. OIC commits to be a model for collaboration and customer service.
- Andy Battin, Acting Director
- Vacant, Deputy Director
- Ensuring Quality Information: OEI ensures that the information we use is accurate, representative, and reliable. The Quality Staff develops policy, procedures, and tools for quality assurance relating to the collection and use of environmental information, and oversees the implementation of quality monitoring systems by EPA organizations.
- Reggie Cheatham, Director
- Accessing and Analyzing Information: OEI provides access to EPA's information resources for internal and external users. The Office of Information Analysis and Access develops and provides access to tools for managing and analyzing information.
- Mike Flynn, Director
- Rick Martin, Deputy Director
- Managing Information Technology: OEI provides technology services and manages our Agency's IT investments. The Office of Technology Operations and Planning (OTOP) develops and implements policies for information technology and security to ensure the adequacy and integrity of our infrastructure.
- Myra Galbreath, Director
- Vaughn Noga, Deputy Director
- Additionally, the Office of Planning, Resources, and Outreach (OPRO) manages outreach and communication programs, budget needs, and human resources across all of OEI.
- Charles Cavanaugh, Director
- Ruth-Alene Soward , Acting Deputy Director
For more information about OEI staff, see OEI's Organization Chart (PDF) (1 page, 21K, About PDF).