ARE YOU MAKING RESPONSIBLE PURCHASING DECISIONS FOR YOUR LAB? With labs accounting for: global 2% ofplastic waste
5-10x
more energy consumption than your standard office space
it’s time for you to take action. Sustainability in your lab is not optional.
KEEP IN MIND: Best practice for your lab starts before you even use a product; choosing the right products to begin with helps reduce overall environmental impact.
HERE ARE OUR TOP TIPS FOR MORE SUSTAINABLE PROCUREMENT:
1. Consolidate your orders By aggregating your spend and even coordinating with other labs, you can reduce packaging waste and lower carbon emissions (for both your suppliers and your organisation!) Fewer shipments means a smaller transportation footprint.
2. Invest in quality equipment: Investing in high quality laboratory equipment is a smart choice – not just for performance but for durability. Well-made products last longer, reducing the need for replacements. This means less waste, but also fewer upstream emissions from the production and transportation of new equipment. Think of it like this; every time a piece of lab equipment needs replacing, the environmental cost starts over.