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Lab signage: How to create clear calls for eco-friendly actions

Nicole Kelesoglu May 24, 2023

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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In Teamwork, Communications Tags lab recycling, LEAF program, Max Perutz Labs Vienna
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Top 5 Sustainable Travel Tips for Scientists

Shannon Meirzon Pyxis Communications June 10, 2022

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.

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In Communications, Teamwork Tags conferences
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CU Green Labs at the University of Colorado Boulder has spent the last year writing a case study to highlight the benefits of our Biochemistry Cell Culture Facility to our campus both in terms of avoided costs and numerous qualitative benefits.

CU Boulder Green Labs Case Study Webinar by AASHE

Nicole Kelesoglu May 16, 2018

Scientists from CU Boulder's Biochemistry Department are now saving over $250,000 yearly from their research budgets, by using a shared cell culture facility, instead of individual lab cell culture spaces.   It's a spectacular result and it makes sense!

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In Communications, Teamwork, Cell Culture Tips, Energy Saving, Supply Chain Tips Tags Green lab tips, AASHE
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