Signage is an important tool for turning lab initiatives into established lab culture. A sign shows the path to sustainability. The types of signs typically used in lab facilities can come in the form of posters, stickers/decals, and digital, or even three-dimensional displays. No matter which format, it’s good to know best practices.
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Ways that Labs Can Reduce Plastic Packaging Waste
Plastic packaging often gets a bad rap (wrap?). And rightly so — approximately 5.5 million tons of plastic is produced annually in life sciences laboratories. While it provides essential protection and labeling for products, its impact on the environment calls for action. Fortunately, there are ways laboratories can reduce their waste from plastic packaging.
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Top 5 Sustainable Travel Tips for Scientists
When it comes to travel, there are many ways to be sustainable – here are some tips to keep in mind as you head out to your next tradeshow or conference.
Read MoreLoad bulk pipette tips into racks faster
Reusing pipette tip boxes by refilling pipette tips purchased in bulk and autoclaving has been going on in green biology labs forever. The drawback is the time it takes. Cheers and credit to easylabsolutions on youtube for demonstrating this 3D printed device!
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Better mask designs will support public health and environmental sustainability during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic.
Wear reusable masks
Make no mistake, masks are vital source control barriers to COVID-19 transmission. Biologists have a unique opportunity to lead by example with effective mask-wearing. We can take it further by incorporating sustainability into mask use. To do this well, we need to consider the mask issue from multiple perspectives. The CDC and an analysis by the University of College London (UCL) Plastic Waste Innovation Hub each provide key insights to help assess mask designs.
Read MoreList of 10 Life Science Lab Suppliers with Recycling services for End Users
Many scientific facilities are directing their scientists to utilize lab supplier recycling programs to help meet their sustainablility goals. The following list, with links, is meant to be a quick reference. It may be incomplete. Please send us the name of any other recycling program that you know of, and we will update this list.
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