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The standard contains a detailed description of the review and update process for the standard as well as the certification process, is available by request. Until the standard is copyrighted, requesters must sign an NDA. After that, the standard will be made available through a secure read-only site by request by email.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n Request a copy\n <\/sc-button>\n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n

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The guide contains the full review and audit process created by the certifying body, Impact Laboratories, is available by request. Until the guide is copyrighted, requesters must sign an NDA. After that, the guide will be made available through a secure read-only site by request by email.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n Request a copy\n <\/sc-button>\n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n

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Explore how this updated certification process can support your sustainability journey with improved tools and guidance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n Explore program\n <\/sc-button>\n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card>\n <\/sc-grid>\n<\/sc-container>\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n

As the green lab movement has grown over the past decade, engaging thousands of scientists in developing a mindset of sustainability and changing their daily behaviors in the lab, the state of best practice has also continued to evolve.<\/p>\n

Committed to transparency and collaboration in the next revision and update of My Green\u00a0Lab\u00ae\u00a0<\/sup>Certification to reflect leading best practices in lab sustainability, we proudly announce our global green lab experts drawn from industry and academia.<\/p>\n

In the next revision and update to the program, we are thrilled to receive input from the leading green lab practitioners worldwide to ensure our My Green Lab Certification program best supports the scientific community and consistently drives measurable impact.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n <\/sc-intro>\n<\/sc-container>\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n

Read all about our committee members below.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n \n\n <\/sc-section-header>\n \n\n \n \n\n \n

With 18 years at Charles River Discovery, I\u2019m a lab scientist and UK Sustainability Champion. Passionate about environmental stewardship inspired by childhood, my scientific focus includes mass spectrometry, automation, antibodies, and enzymes, driving sustainability inside and outside the lab.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"rebecca<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n Charles River Discovery\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n

Lisa O\u2019Fee, with 20+ years in drug discovery, leads sustainability at the Institute of Cancer Research. She co-leads life cycle assessments, founded the ActNow group, and drives the \u2018Sustainable Discoveries\u2019 plan, integrating sustainability into cancer research and procurement.<\/div>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"lisa\"<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n Institute of Cancer Research\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n
Dr. FitzGerald, with industrial engineering and biotechnology degrees, leads neuroscience MS research at University of Galway. She coordinates a \u20ac3.9M EU training network, led Europe\u2019s first My Green Lab-certified lab, and chairs Ireland\u2019s Green Labs network promoting sustainable labs and climate action.<\/div>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"una<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n National University of Ireland, Galway\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n

Enthusiastic quality professional with global pharmaceutical leadership in operations, compliance, and auditing. Experienced project manager driving global transformation, including sustainable labs programs that earned My Green Lab \u2018Green\u2019 Certification for three QC labs. Skilled in regulatory and quality management.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"sheila<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n \u200bAstraZeneca\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n

Sustainability Lead at ten23 health, formerly Environmental Sustainability Lead at Novartis research. I drive collaborative action and develop tools to accelerate sustainability, with a background in ecotoxicology and a passion for understanding and measuring environmental impact.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"alissa<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n ten23 health\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n

Nicole Kho, Director on Gilead\u2019s Corporate Sustainability Team, oversees climate strategy and ESG reporting. With experience in environmental compliance and consulting, she holds degrees in Molecular Biology and Public Health, and serves on Cal Poly SLO\u2019s NRES advisory council.<\/div>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"nicole<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n Gilead\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n
With 15+ years at PepsiCo R&D, I\u2019ve led lab operations, quality systems, and Europe-wide analytical support. Passionate about sustainability, I developed PepsiCo\u2019s Europe Laboratory Sustainability Strategy and actively drive environmental improvements through operational leadership and green initiatives.<\/div>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"\"<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n Pepsico\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> <\/sc-grid>\n\n \n<\/sc-container>\n\n\n\n \n <\/sc-divider>\n<\/sc-container>\n\n\n\n \n \n

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The Technical Committees are groups of experts in their respective fields, selected to represent a diverse range of regions and sectors. Their roles are to provide guidance on requirements and actions related to the certification content, to identify gaps, and to contribute knowledge of the latest technologies. These committees also frequently support the development of educational materials and resources to assist laboratories in achieving and maintaining certification<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n <\/sc-container>\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n <\/sc-section-header>\n \n\n \n \n\n \n

Georgiana, Founder and President of GPL Consulting, has 20+ years in biopharma leading culture change. Since 2019, she\u2019s led communications for a global pharma initiative engaging 1,500 scientists toward My Green Lab Certification. She holds degrees from MIT and Northeastern.<\/div>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"georgiana<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n GPL Consulting, Inc.\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n

Kathy, with a chemistry doctorate and 15 years\u2019 research experience, founded and leads CU Green Labs at University of Colorado Boulder. She serves on the I2SL board, chairs its University Alliance Group, and leads grants linking efficiency and sustainability in research funding.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"katheryn<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n University of Colorado Boulder\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n

Chris has 10+ years in labs, passionate about reducing waste and energy use. Shocked by unsustainable norms early on, Chris now integrates sustainability innovation into R&D, focusing daily on monitoring and eliminating physical and energy waste in lab operations.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"christopher<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n Neogen\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> <\/sc-grid>\n\n \n<\/sc-container>\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n <\/sc-section-header>\n \n\n \n \n\n \n

Sara Fuentes, Co-Founder and President of Smart Waste Inc., leads zero-waste innovation with 10+ years in waste management. A cleantech advocate and mentor, she champions transparency, circularity, and women\u2019s leadership through roles like Vice-Chair of Women in CleanTech and Sustainability.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"sara<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n Smart Waste\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n

Oakley Jennings-Fast, with a Chemical and Biological Engineering degree and BASF experience, is Director of Circular Economy at SmartWaste. She consults on zero waste goals, founded Level Up Planet to educate on circular economy, and co-hosts the Trash Magic! podcast.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"oakley<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n Smart Waste\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> <\/sc-grid>\n\n \n<\/sc-container>\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n <\/sc-section-header>\n \n\n \n \n\n \n

Kristin Ferrufino, with a background in pharmaceutical manufacturing and lab management, led sustainable procurement initiatives at UVA. Now a Sourcing Consultant at E&I Cooperative Services, she supports strategic procurement for educational institutions across the U.S. East Coast.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"kristin<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n E&I Cooperative Services\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n

Greg, Senior Program Manager at Thermo Fisher Scientific, leads equipment lifecycle solutions enhancing productivity and sustainability. With a background in industrial engineering and entrepreneurship from Penn State, and 12 years in operations, he\u2019s passionate about circularity and sustainable business innovation.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"greg<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n Thermo Fisher Scientific\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n

With 30 years in scientific equipment sales, including 15 at Thermo Fisher and 14 at Whatman\/GE, I\u2019ve driven business growth through channel management, sales strategy, training, and promotions\u2014earning multiple Master Sales Awards across cold storage, environmental monitoring, and lab equipment.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"kristy<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n Thermo Fisher Scientific\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> <\/sc-grid>\n\n \n<\/sc-container>\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n <\/sc-section-header>\n \n\n \n \n\n \n

Amy holds the world\u2019s first Ph.D. in Green Chemistry and co-founded Beyond Benign, promoting green chemistry education. With academic and industry experience, she\u2019s received awards for sustainable research and leads initiatives transforming chemistry education to address environmental challenges.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"amy<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n Beyond Benign\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n

Jeanette holds a BSc in Chemistry and a PhD from UBC. She researches bio-based materials for environmental remediation, collaborates on commercializing oil spill kits, and leads sustainability initiatives at UBC to reduce waste, water, and energy use.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"jeanette<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n University of British Columbia\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n

After a PhD and Postdoc, I shifted to industrial process chemistry, supporting small molecule therapy commercialization. I\u2019m passionate about how early process changes and lab operations can drive significant sustainability improvements and resource efficiency throughout product development.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"jonathan<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n Gilead\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n

With 20+ years in lab equipment, including roles at METROHM and IKA, I\u2019m Senior Product Manager at JULABO, driving sustainable cooling solutions. A chemical engineer passionate about analytics and environmental management, I focus on seizing opportunities to create greener products.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"thomas<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n Julabo\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> <\/sc-grid>\n\n \n<\/sc-container>\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n <\/sc-section-header>\n \n\n \n \n\n \n

Dan Doyle, chairman of Grumman\/Butkus Associates, specializes in energy efficiency for labs, hospitals, and data centers. A founder of the Chicago I2SL chapter, former ASHRAE Illinois Chapter President, and ASHRAE Fellow, he\u2019s a leader in sustainable building design.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"dan<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n Grumman\/Butkus Associates\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n

Ty, Research Associate at CSU Veterinary Diagnostics Lab, runs COVID qPCR tests, develops molecular diagnostics, and researches viral evolution. Passionate about integrating sustainability in labs, Ty also enjoys teaching, yoga, outdoor time with dogs, and propagating plants.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"tyler<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n Colorado State University\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n

Barbra Wells, CEO of Priorclave North America, leads efforts to reduce autoclaving\u2019s environmental impact in labs. She holds a Master of Public Administration from the University of Michigan and formerly owned an environmental research and compliance firm serving North America.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"barbra<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n Priorclave\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n

Jacob Werner, Senior Project Architect at Perkins&Will, specializes in sustainable lab and workplace design. With 20 years\u2019 experience, he\u2019s an academic, researcher, and teacher passionate about resilient, low-carbon labs. Outside work, he enjoys outdoor activities with his family in New England.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"jacob<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n Perkins & Will\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> <\/sc-grid>\n\n \n<\/sc-container>\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n <\/sc-section-header>\n \n\n \n \n\n \n

Allen, a pioneer in green lab practices since 2005, co-founded LabRATS and Freezer Challenge. With a background in chemical oceanography and biogeochemistry, he now integrates fluid flow and HVAC design at 3Flow to enhance lab performance and reduce carbon impact.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"allen<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n 3Flow\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n

Quentin Gilly, Assistant Director of Sustainability & Energy at Harvard, leads sustainability initiatives focused on lab energy and operations within the Faculty of Arts & Sciences. He holds a master\u2019s in Sustainability and Environmental Management and is a Certified Energy Manager.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"quentin<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n Harvard University\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n

Sarah Maher, a chemistry and forensic science lecturer at TU Dublin, collaborates on sustainability projects with EPA and SEAI. A Climate Ambassador awardee, she\u2019s active in Irish Green Labs, EuraChem Ireland, and the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"sarah<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n TU Dublin\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> <\/sc-grid>\n\n \n<\/sc-container>\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n <\/sc-section-header>\n \n\n \n \n\n \n

Chase Heibel, Senior Product Manager at Thermo Fisher Scientific, has 15+ years in scientific instruments and cold storage. He contributes to national and global healthcare standards and holds a B.S. in Genetics from the University of California, Irvine.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"chase<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n Thermo Fisher Scientific\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n

Phil Pipitone, Senior Life Sciences Manager at Energy Solutions, partners with lab equipment suppliers to create utility rebate programs promoting energy-efficient technologies. A former product manager and My Green Lab Ambassador, he advances sustainability through deep expertise in lab equipment and efficiency initiatives.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"phil<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n Energy Solutions\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n

Kathi Shea, VP of Repository and Innovation at Azenta Life Sciences, has 30+ years of biorepository leadership. A longtime ISBER member and past President, she has shaped industry standards and advised globally on biospecimen quality, design, and preservation best practices.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"kathi<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n \u200bAzenta Life Sciences\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> <\/sc-grid>\n\n \n<\/sc-container>\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n <\/sc-section-header>\n \n\n \n \n\n \n

Robin is a Director at Incendium, leading Net Zero Pathway teams and a centre of excellence. With 17+ years in consultancy and global facilities management, he delivers strategic, impactful sustainability programs and champions collaborative, results-driven approaches to achieving Net Zero goals.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"robin<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n Incendium Consulting\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n

With 23 years at Labconco, Kelly leads product development focused on innovative, sustainable lab equipment. She researches market trends, integrates emerging technologies, and designs products that enhance both lab performance and overall sustainability\u2014driven by a passion for purposeful solutions.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"kelly<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n Labconco\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> <\/sc-grid>\n\n \n<\/sc-container>\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n <\/sc-section-header>\n \n\n \n \n\n \n

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With a BS in Biology from the University of Georgia, I began in research labs and advanced through vivarium roles over 17 years. My career started in husbandry and has evolved into a leadership position within the research field.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"bernie<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n University of Colorado Denver\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n

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Joanie Burns is an EHSS Manager at Amgen with 27 years of experience in environmental policy. She supports research operations, leads waste reduction initiatives, and holds advanced degrees in environmental protection and sustainable business. She is a TRUE Advisor and certified Sustainable Resource Manager.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"j<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n Amgen\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n\n \n \t \"\u200bSabrina<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n Seagen\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> <\/sc-grid>\n\n \n<\/sc-container>\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n <\/sc-section-header>\n \n\n \n \n\n \n

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Executive Director of Infrastructure Masons since 2018, Jeff Omelchuck previously founded the Green Electronics Council and led EPEAT to global impact. With roots in mainframe computing, he holds engineering degrees from Montana State and Stanford, earned via Executive Fellowship.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"jeff<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n Infrastructure Masons\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> <\/sc-grid>\n\n \n<\/sc-container>\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n <\/sc-section-header>\n \n\n \n \n\n \n

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Sustainability Lead at ten23 health with a background in ecotoxicology and prior experience at Novartis. I drive collaborative solutions to systemic issues, developing tools and automated processes to accelerate sustainable action, with a passion for measuring and understanding environmental impact.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"alissa<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n ten23 health\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> <\/sc-grid>\n\n \n<\/sc-container>\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n <\/sc-section-header>\n \n\n \n \n\n \n

Vikki is a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist in the UK, with over 20 years\u2019 experience in clinical diagnostics laboratories. Vikki is currently the laboratories Training & Organisational Development Manager for HCA Healthcare UK, and has previous experience as a Biomedical Scientist and lab manager in both NHS and non-NHS settings.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"vikki<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n HCA Healthcare UK\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n

Jean-Charles is a member of the Customer Value Proposition team within the Central Laboratory Solutions Global Marketing Organization at Siemens Healthineers. With a background in genetics and molecular biology, Jean-Charles has spent the last thirty-five years in clinical marketing positions.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"jean-Charles<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n Siemens Healthineers\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n

Richard is a certified and experienced, anatomic pathology professional offering a diverse background in the laboratory environment and education, with international collaborations. Currently, Richard is assisting companies with their operational efficiencies and technology guidance using diverse resources.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"richard<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n Pathology Concepts\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n\n \n \t \"\"<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n\n \n \t \"\"<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> <\/sc-grid>\n\n \n<\/sc-container>\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n <\/sc-section-header>\n \n\n \n \n\n \n

Tyler Cobian is a sustainability leader who works at the cross section of environmental data science and corporate strategy. He has lead sustainability effort in at organizations ranging in size from start up, medium, to fortune 500 companies. In his current role as Senior Engineer at Amgen he brings deep experience as an industrial ecologist and Life Cyle Assessment (LCA) expert driving the use of LCA in the pharmaceutical sector.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"tyler<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n Amgen\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n

Emelia DeForce is the Senior Program Manager for Sustainable Science and Product Stewardship at Genentech.\u00a0 In her role, she is bringing sustainable practices into the lab space and into the manufacturing facilities.\u00a0 She has a Ph.D. in Microbiology from University of Massachusetts Boston and has worked on sustainability for over 15 years in academia, biotech, and pharmaceutical industries.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"\"<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n Genentech\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n

Ben is an organic chemist in Process R&D, and has 19 years of experience developing chemical processes applied to the large-scale synthesis of medicines. With an enthusiasm for applying technology-based solutions to achieve sustainability benefits, it was an easy transition to explore non-chemistry related sustainability topics.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"benjamin<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n Novartis\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> \n \n\n \n

Weiyong is currently working at Suzhou Novartis Technical Development Co., Ltd. As a pharmaceutical development professional with over 15 years of experience in small molecule chemical process and formulation development, pilot-scale production, and technology transfer, he brings deep expertise to the field. Weiyong has a strong interest in green chemistry and is committed to advancing sustainable, environmentally friendly practices in drug development and manufacturing.<\/p>\n\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n \t \"\"<\/picture>\n \n <\/sc-image>\n\n \n Novartis\n <\/sc-rich-text>\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n <\/sc-card> <\/sc-grid>\n\n \n<\/sc-container>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":2590,"featured_media":0,"parent":36261,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_titles_title":"My Green Lab Certification Update Process","_seopress_titles_desc":"Explore My Green Lab Certification 2.0. Access updated tools, review guides, and expert-led best practices to advance your lab\u2019s sustainability journey.","_seopress_robots_index":"","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-38369","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/mygreenlab.org\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/38369","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/mygreenlab.org\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/mygreenlab.org\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mygreenlab.org\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2590"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mygreenlab.org\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=38369"}],"version-history":[{"count":30,"href":"https:\/\/mygreenlab.org\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/38369\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":63148,"href":"https:\/\/mygreenlab.org\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/38369\/revisions\/63148"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mygreenlab.org\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/36261"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/mygreenlab.org\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=38369"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}