Dr. Lisa Anderson was kind enough to grant me an interview with her about her experience setting up lab glove recycling programs. Our hope is that this information will present a "how to guide" for launching lab glove recycling programs at university laboratories. Check list and case study poster provided.
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Read about the virtues of glass, a material intimately linked with science. Then consider how a 1768 masterpiece expresses the many ways people view scientific progress. As a viewer you are met with the scientist's gaze that questions, should I or shouldn't I? And so today, we must also weigh the consequences of our work.
Read MoreSimple Steps to Achieve Your New Year's Green Lab Resolutions
The new year is upon us!! The little lab upgrades that you put in place now, will catalyze long term sustainability and efficiency. Use this short and sweet list as a reference.
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Chemists exploring barrel after spill at school Image Copyright : Rainer Klotz
We Could be Heros...the Environmental Response Laboratory Network
U.S. Laboratories with expertise in biology, chemistry or radiation should consider signing up to help first responders in environmental emergencies. Learn more about the ERLN in this post!
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The Thanksgiving holiday reminds us all to be grateful for our resources. The wisdom of 'Thanksgiving' is reflected by scientists who benefit our society by using eco-friendly practices, whenever possible, in their labs.
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So you want to use 'green' plastic labware, but news headlines about a UN environmental report has you perplexed… 'Biodegradable' Plastics Are A Big Fat Lie. Well, don't worry! Plastic labware can still be a good sustainability option
Read MoreFrom Biohazard Hysteria to Biohazard Recycling
Before clown hysteria, there was biohazard hysteria! Read about today's options for sustainable biohazard disposal.
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Best Practice Green Lab Freezers
Promoting the efficient use of your freezer system protects your lab's work, and fits well along side your green lab sustainability goals.
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