The quick informational video below does a great job explaining why innovation is needed at the point of use and disposal for Styrofoam materials. Let's face it. This is a problem encountered with Styrofoam items by scientists and non-scientists alike.
Read MoreThe Laboratory Freezer Challenge: DO YOU HAVE THE EYE OF THE TIGER?
Watching this video by My Green Lab brightened my day!
Share it with your lab mates and then sign up for the 2017-2018 International Laboratory Freezer Challenge at www.freezerchallenge.org
Hint: You might want to turn up the volume if you are a Survivor fan...
Lab Glove Recycling in Europe
Yes, laboratory glove recycling services are available in Europe!
Read MoreOneTouch Pipette tips in paper racks make lab recycling easy
Here is a good option when reuse or recycling of pipette tip racks isn't available in your laboratory.
Read MoreGreen Chemistry is the Pinnacle of Lab Safety
Green chemistry is a solution oriented approach to lab safety with economic benefits. In today's green labs tip I would like to refer you to the OSHA Transitioning to Safer Chemicals Toolkit that highlights how efforts to substitute hazardous chemicals with green chemistry is the most effective way to promote laboratory safety.
Read More3D printed Lab Equipment
Hundreds of open source 3D printer designs for lab equipment are available online that can reduce your lab set up costs in a sustainable way. These items include microscopes, micro pipettes, centrifuges, gel electrophoresis systems and many lab hacks!
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