Discover how surgical pathology labs can reduce their environmental footprint without compromising diagnostic accuracy or patient safety. Learn how pathologists Alessandro Gambella and Federica Grillo are applying green pathology principles across the full diagnostic workflow, and how starting with your lab’s own hotspots, rather than a generic checklist, can lead to practical, meaningful change.
Find out how your lab can cut waste with practical strategies, from smarter purchasing and packaging choices to reuse and collaboration. Learn where to start, whether by understanding your lab’s waste streams or by using verified product data to choose lower-waste products, and how small changes can add up to meaningful impact.
What’s next for sustainable science? James Connelly shares ten predictions for 2026, from shared supplier standards and the end of greenwashing to the growing footprint of AI data centers. Watch the clip and read the article to see why this is the year sustainability moves from ambition to accountability.
A small number of plastic consumables drive most of a lab’s plastic waste, which is good news for anyone looking to cut Scope 3 emissions. Dive into what five years of purchasing data from Uppsala University reveal about where to focus first, and how simple, targeted actions can lead to meaningful results.
Food, nutrition, and sensory science labs have their own sustainability challenges, and this free guide offers a clear roadmap for tackling them. Get practical strategies for cutting energy use and waste, greening procurement, and aligning with ISO standards, plus a ready-to-use checklist from Dr. Paula Conroy.
Need a little good news? This Earth Day roundup highlights five sustainability wins from around the world, including California running on renewable power, The Ocean Cleanup’s record trash removal, and France’s move to ban PFAS in consumer products. Read on for a dose of inspiration, plus the vertical farms and public transit projects that show real progress is underway.
Every successful lab certification starts with someone willing to lead the way. Guest author Jazmine Stenger-Smith of Impact Laboratories explains what Lab Leads and Organization Admins do, and how the role builds sustainability expertise, professional connections, and leadership skills along the way.
My Green Lab Certification 2.0 has officially launched, bringing third-party verification, shorter mobile-friendly surveys, and an integrated Impact Estimator to the world’s most trusted green lab certification. Take a look at the new features and how they help labs reduce energy, waste, water, and chemical use while building a lasting culture of sustainability.
KNAUER’s HPLC systems earned the lowest Environmental Impact Factor score in the ACT Ecolabel database, and the journey there changed how the company designs its products. Hear from KNAUER’s team on how the certification process validated their work, sparked new ideas like recycled materials and easier servicing, and built customer trust through transparency.
Biogen became the first large biotech company to certify every one of its labs through My Green Lab, finishing two years ahead of its target. Learn how a pilot program, a Core Committee, and volunteer Lab Ambassadors turned simple actions like smarter purchasing, better recycling, and equipment audits into company-wide change.
Over the past decade, single-use plastics have emerged as a critical component in the life sciences industry, offering a unique combination of convenience, sterility, and cost-effectiveness. While single-use plastics have played a pivotal role in advancing the industry, it is crucial to acknowledge their environmental repercussions.
