October 19-21, 2026
Durham, NC

Meeting Locations

PLEASE NOTE: Due to construction in the NIEHS auditorium, the Fall 2026 WTP Award Recipient Meeting and Workshop will not be held on the NIEHS campus, as in previous years. Instead, events will take place on the adjacent EPA campus and at the nearby NIEHS Keystone Office Building.

Workshop & Award Recipient Meeting	Clearinghouse Advisory Board Meeting & One-on-Ones with NIEHS Staff
U.S. EPA Room: EPA Auditorium C111AB 109 T.W. Alexander Drive Research Triangle Park, NC 27709	NIEHS Keystone Building Room: 1003 AB 530 Davis Drive Morrisville, NC 27560

Transportation & Security

Research Triangle Park and Morrisville, North Carolina are served by Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU). Participants should plan to use a taxi or rideshare service or arrange for a rental car.

Workshop & Award Recipient Meeting at EPA

Clearinghouse Advisory Board Meeting & One-on-Ones with NIEHS Staff at NIEHS Keystone Building

Visiting the EPA Campus Please visit the About EPA page for the most up to date information. Security on the EPA Campus A valid photo ID, such as a REAL ID, is required for entry to the EPA campus. Participants will pass through security screening, including a metal detector and bag screening. Federal employees should bring their government-issued badge, if available, to help expedite the check-in process. To minimize delays, we recommend bringing only essential items. Campus Access for Foreign Visitors The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requires all Foreign Visitors to disclose their home country as part of their security protocol. Please indicate this on the event registration form only if this applies to you. You must be entered into EPA's Visitor Management System by Friday, October 9, 2026 in order to participate in this event. Late registrations cannot be accepted. Parking at EPA If you are driving, ample parking is available at EPA. The parking lot is approximately a 1-2 block walk from the meeting facility, and a limited number of accessible parking spaces are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Additional details will be provided closer to the event. Bringing Your Laptop to EPA Attendees bringing a laptop, tablet, or other electronic device onto the EPA campus must complete an EPA laptop registration form each day the device is brought on-site. Additional details and instructions will be provided before the workshop.

Visiting the NIEHS Campus Please visit the Visiting NIEHS page for the most up to date information. Security on the NIEHS Campus A valid photo ID, such as a REAL ID, is required for entry to the EPA campus. Participants will pass through security screening, including a metal detector and bag screening. Federal employees should bring their government-issued badge, if available, to help expedite the check-in process. To minimize delays, we recommend bringing only essential items. Campus Access for Non-U.S. Persons The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has implemented new security protocols across all campuses, including NIEHS. As part of these changes, all non-U.S. persons must complete an online screening process before being granted campus access. NIH defines a Non-U.S. Person as, “someone who does not have U.S. Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) status.” If this applies to you, you must be entered into the VisitNIH system by Friday, September 18, 2026. Please contact Kerri Voelker for assistance. Parking at NIEHS If you are driving, ample parking is available at NIEHS in the Keystone Office Building visitor/staff parking lot.

On-Campus Information

Lunch and Coffee Options
Meals and coffee will not be provided. Time will be allotted for lunch. The EPA Fresh Seasons Cafeteria is open on weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Please note that the NIEHS Keystone Office Building does not have a cafeteria or coffee service; only vending machines are available. Please plan accordingly.

Internet Access
Complimentary Wi-Fi is available for visitors throughout the EPA and NIEHS campuses. More information will be provided.

Meeting Room Temperature
Meeting rooms tend to be chilly. Please dress accordingly.

Questions?

For logistical questions, please contact Kerri Voelker at 919-794-4710 or kvoelker@michaeldbaker.com.