Autoclave impact evaluation report
In partnership with the National Renewable Energy Labs (NREL) and Envetec, My Green Lab has developed a standard testing method for steam sterilizers/autoclaves to enable the comparison of energy and water consumption across different manufacturers. The testing method will be used to engage manufacturers in ACT-labeling autoclaves.
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Steam sterilizers, also known as Autoclaves, are a common type of equipment found in research laboratories, medical facilities, production facilities, and more. They use high temperatures and pressures in the presence of steam to sterilize their contents and, as a result, are intensive in their use of both water and energy. Attempts to quantify the water and power that is used by these devices have been sporadic and not entirely successful; additionally, there does not currently exist a set standard for describing or categorizing the functions and designs of these machines.
