Gyeonggi Institute of Health and Environment Named 'Laboratory of Excellence' for 20 Consecutive Years in International Soil Proficiency Assessment

The Gyeonggi Provincial Institute of Health and Environment was selected as the Laboratory of Excellence for 20 consecutive years in the international proficiency test for the soil sector organized by the Environmental Resources Association (ERA) in the United States.

The ERA international proficiency test is a global assessment that compares and evaluates analytical capabilities in the environmental sector, with participation from government agencies, research institutes, and private analytical organizations worldwide. It is a leading evaluation that verifies the testing and inspection accuracy and reliability of environmental analysis institutions. This year, 348 analytical institutions from around the world participated in the assessment.

This year as well, the Gyeonggi Provincial Institute of Health and Environment received a "Satisfactory" rating in all six heavy metal categories (arsenic, cadmium, copper, lead, nickel, and zinc) in soil, securing its position as the Laboratory of Excellence for 20 consecutive years from 2007 to 2026.

The Gyeonggi-do Institute of Health and Environment was selected as the Laboratory of Excellence for 20 consecutive years in the international proficiency test in the soil field hosted by the Environmental Resource Association (ERA) in the United States.

The Z-score, which indicates the accuracy of the analytical results, was below 0.6 in all categories, demonstrating a high degree of analytical reliability.

Jung Eunhee, Director of the Living Environment Research Department at the Gyeonggi Provincial Institute of Health and Environment, stated, "Receiving the highest rating in the international proficiency test for heavy metals in soil demonstrates that the institute's analytical capabilities and quality management standards are recognized internationally. We will continue to maintain a highly reliable testing and inspection system and further enhance our analytical capabilities to ensure a safe soil environment."

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