Accreditation is the formal recognition of the competence of a laboratory to carry out specific tests. Failure to meet the proficiency standard on two successive rounds of interlaboratory comparisons means the laboratory is no longer certified to conduct these analyses. The university partners offer programs related to data analysis, data management and data interpretation, environmental health impacts and public policy development. Clients benefit from the Consortium's ability to interact with PAHO, WHO, UNU and other multilateral UN bodies. The Consortium offers flexibility and choice in assembling the teams of world-class, experienced experts who conduct training, provide expert advice and carry out projects on a contractual basis.
Clients benefit from the comparatively small institutional overhead costs of the Consortium.
Project teams are often seconded from member institutions to meet specific project needs.