Outreach and Tours
Step inside environmental research and discover how engineering can advance cleaner air, sustainable energy and intelligent transportation.
CE-CERT connects students, educators, community members, public agencies and industry partners with researchers, laboratories and real-world technologies through guided tours, an annual open house and hands-on outreach visits.
Outreach at CE-CERT
CE-CERT helps students, educators and community partners experience environmental engineering through annual events, hosted visits and hands-on learning. Outreach activities vary by audience and availability, but often include the following types of engagement.
Annual Open House
The public can meet researchers and students, see demonstrations and learn how CE-CERT technologies support more sustainable communities.
School and College Groups
CE-CERT regularly welcomes high school and community college groups for research tours, demonstrations and conversations about education and career pathways.
STEPCon and Summer Learning Labs
CE-CERT participates in learning experiences that introduce students to research tools, simulations, demonstrations and environmental engineering challenges.
Community and Professional Visits
Community organizations, public agencies and professional groups can learn about CE-CERT research, facilities and opportunities for collaboration.
See Environmental Engineering in Action
Depending on group interests, availability and safety requirements, a CE-CERT visit may introduce participants to research across these core areas.
Clean Transportation
Explore vehicle testing, emissions measurement, connected mobility and technologies shaping the future of transportation.
Sustainable Energy
Learn how solar generation, energy storage, microgrids and electric vehicles can work together in resilient energy systems.
Air Quality Science
See how researchers study pollutants, atmospheric chemistry and environmental conditions using advanced chambers and instruments.
Plan a Guided Facility Tour
CE-CERT hosts guided visits for student groups, educators, community organizations, public agencies and industry partners. Tour content depends on group interests, facility availability and safety requirements.
- Group or organization name
- Estimated participant count
- Preferred dates or time frame
- Research areas of interest
Connect Curiosity With Real-World Research
CE-CERT outreach helps learners and community partners see how engineering, science and collaboration can address environmental challenges across California and beyond.