Q: What do all of these acronyms that ECOS uses mean?
A: Here’s a link to a list of the most commonly used acronyms
Q: Why can’t we swim in Beebe Lake?
A: Beebe Lake does not consistently meet Department of Health water quality standards for a public swimming area. There are additional safety concerns due to the proximity to Beebe Dam. Individuals enter the lake at their own risk as they could in any other water body in the state.
Q: What’s the difference between ECOS and EH&S?
A: The health and safety of the inside environment, including lead and asbestos abatement, is the responsibility of the Department of Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S). ECOS's focus is the natural (outdoor) environment (e.g. clean air, clean water, etc.). ECOS and EH&S work closely as a team on a range of air and water issues.Q: Who do I contact if I see a spill on campus??
A:You should call the Cornell police at 255-1111. EH&S is the initial responder and command for spills, releases and other incidents on campus. ECOS provides first response assistance to EH&S, advises EH&S on regulatory reporting requirements and protection of the environment during the incident, and, after the initial response, may assume leadership of the clean-up effort.