SERDP and ESTCP develop and demonstrate innovative, scalable technologies that enhance military readiness, improve warfighter capabilities, and strengthen defense infrastructure. The programs prioritize common sense, cost-effective solutions that support operational effectiveness and reduce regulatory burdens at military installations. With more than 320 military bases that span a diverse range of geographic regions in the United States, the challenges that installations face are varied. For this reason, our portfolio matches the breadth and scope of these issues—from developing technologies that protect test and training lands, to demonstrating energy solutions that strengthen installations against disruptions to the commercial electric grid. 

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SERDP

SERDP invests in basic and applied research to secure military installations. 

ESTCP

ESTCP demonstrates and validates novel technologies at military installations, supplying defense managers and end users with the cost and performance data they need to implement new technologies.

Contacts

SERDP and ESTCP are independent programs that are jointly managed on behalf of the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense (Energy, Installations and Environment). In this joint program structure, the management staff has insight into the entire range of scientific and technical areas, from basic research questions through implementation.

The director, deputy director, five program managers, and financial officer for both programs are located in this joint office. All SERDP and ESTCP projects are managed within six Program Areas.

SERDP and ESTCP Office
Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense (Energy Resilience & Optimization) 
3500 Defense Pentagon, RM 5C646
Washington, DC 20301-3500

SERDP ESTCP Program Breakdown