ABOUT CHR:

The Center for Hazards Research and Policy Development (CHR) is a research unit at the University of Louisville that integrates the skills of engineers, natural scientists, urban planners, GIS specialists, professional researchers and social scientists in solving problems. CHR conducts research across a broad spectrum of issues including hazards preparedness, mitigation, response and recovery from technological and natural hazard events. The Center was established in 1989 by an Executive Order of the then Kentucky Governor Wallace Wilkinson in conjunction with the Division of Disaster and Emergency Services, and the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Cabinet.

MISSION:

The Center for Hazards Research and Policy Development is engaged in research, education and innovation in hazards and security planning, preparedness, response and recovery.