?? What are you waiting for?? Register today to join I2SL: Greater New York Chapter for this insightful panel on The Challenge of Sustainability in Lab Consumables. We can't wait to see you there! ?? Date: Wednesday, November 20, 2024 ?? Time: 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM EDT ?? Location: West End Labs, 125 West End Ave, New York, NY 10023 Featuring panelists: Madelaine Shiff, Polycarbin Paulina Kocjan, Eppendorf Lou Ristic, Innovive Moderated by: Jennifer Savicky, Safety Partners Click to register: https://lu.ma/xs2e7j2o #LabSustainability #SustainabilityinConsumables #GreenLabs #NetworkingEvent Sponsored by our friends at BioBAT and Eppendorf
Research Recycling
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Reducing lab plastic emissions through research and collaboration. Visit www.researchrecycling.com to learn more!
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Plastic is the gold standard material for lab products. It is inexpensive, durable, versatile, and readily available. Every day, one scientist produces 8 pounds of plastic waste and together, they produce 12 billion pounds per year. Over 60% of lab plastic waste is disposed of in landfills or by incineration, rendering it useless. Despite its highly regulated nature, innovation in lab plastic waste management has been slow. There is a gap in communication between manufacturers, research institutions, and waste management companies. Research Recycling is an organization dedicated to engaging in dialogue and fostering collaboration amongst industry leaders to identify barriers, best practices, and opportunities to reduce lab plastic emissions. Join our network on LinkedIn, sign up for an interview or become an advisor. Together, we can inspire others and drive meaningful change. Visit www.researchrecycling.com to learn more!
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- Sustainability、Research、Lab Plastics、Pharmaceutical Industry、Manufacturing、Waste Management、Environmental Health & Safety、Advanced Recycling、Recycling、Lab Supply Procurement、Manufacturers、Emissions、Scope 3、Environment 、Change、Collaboration、Blog、MRF、Interviews和Standards
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Join us for the first in a series of online Winter Roundtables, Servicing #Labs and #Recycling Models for #Medical #Plastics, to be held on 12/10 from 10:30am-12:00 pm. These roundtables will lead up to our second edition of the #Medtech #Sustainability Forum in the spring. Plastics are a major component in medical devices and used extensively in laboratories, providing the benefits of sterility, safety, durability and quality for the healthcare industry. But these often single-use plastics come with significant environmental consequences.?Only a fraction of the plastic waste is recycled, much of which is uncontaminated and recyclable. Recycling medical plastic waste is possible if properly coordinated between the healthcare and recycling industries. Hear the latest from innovators on how they are tackling this medical plastics waste problem using #sustainable and #circular practices. The roundtable will discuss Massachusetts #waste bans and how #partnerships enable sustainable innovations in recycling medical plastics from labs. Innovative companies will provide information on quantifying and reporting lab waste and giving second life to single use plastics by integrating recycled materials back into manufacturing supply chains. Pilots and partnerships that companies have developed to drive sustainable innovation will be discussed. Sam White Gretchen Carey Anushk Gupta Noah Pyles James O'Brien Cormac O'Prey Cliff Emmons Richard Meiklejohn Jeffrey Champagne Mary Ann Picard Conor Carlin Rachel Robinson https://lnkd.in/enm_EGYs
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?? We're thrilled to announce our new member: Research Recycling! ?? A pioneering organization dedicated to reducing the environmental impact of lab plastics. ?? Research Recycling is driving discussions around key barriers, best practices, and opportunities for minimizing emissions caused by single-use plastics in research environments. Their mission is clear: to connect manufacturers, scientists, and waste management experts, creating actionable insights that will be published in comprehensive white papers. ??Please join us in welcoming Anushk and his team, and stay tuned for more exciting announcements in the coming weeks! Together, let's build a more innovative and sustainable future for science. ??
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?? We're thrilled to announce our new member: Research Recycling! ?? A pioneering organization dedicated to reducing the environmental impact of lab plastics. ?? Research Recycling is driving discussions around key barriers, best practices, and opportunities for minimizing emissions caused by single-use plastics in research environments. Their mission is clear: to connect manufacturers, scientists, and waste management experts, creating actionable insights that will be published in comprehensive white papers. ??Please join us in welcoming Anushk and his team, and stay tuned for more exciting announcements in the coming weeks! Together, let's build a more innovative and sustainable future for science. ??
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CEO of LabReNew |Non-Profit Ops Whisperer | Leader | Communicator | Expert in Project Management, Community Engagement, and Problem Solver
It's these stories that give me such hope for our future. Companies and lab researchers are really questioning what goes in what bag and how we can improve the whole system. LabReNew has a whole list of parteners that are doing just that. TerraCycle and Research Recycling are companies that are on bleeding edge of laboratory waste. You should absolutely check them out. #recycling #sustainability #innovation #circulareconomy
"Gloves come off, in the red bag. This goes in the red bag. That goes in the red bag." Sound familiar? If you're working in a lab, it probably does.? Let's talk about "waste management". It's not glamorous, but it's costing you more than you think. Here's a hard truth: red bag waste is the most expensive type of waste disposal for labs. Yet, many researchers default to tossing everything in there, regardless of actual contamination. But what if I told you there's a better way? Step 1: Contact your waste provider. Step 2: Request an inventory and cost analysis. Step 3: Divert non-contaminated waste out of the red bag. It's that simple. And the payoff? Significant cost savings and a smaller environmental footprint. But don't stop there.? → Take a hard look at your day-to-day activities.? → Are you automatically tossing items in the red bag out of habit? Challenge those assumptions. Sustainability in labs isn't just about fancy new equipment. Sometimes, it's about the basics - like rethinking where you throw your trash. Audit your waste disposal practices this week. You might be surprised at what you find - and how much you can save. #energyefficiency #laboratory #innovation
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We’re excited to highlight Eleanor Campbell, the CEO of LabReNew, a non-profit dedicated to making labs more sustainable through innovative consulting solutions and partnerships. LabRenew’s unique approach, including partnerships with power companies and property managers to consult laboratories, helps labs reduce their environmental footprint while cutting overhead costs by more than 25%. Here’s how LabRenew can help you reduce your labs environmental footprint: ?? Energy Efficient Practices: LabRenew evaluates lab operations and designs tailored solutions to reduce energy consumption and optimize performance. ?? Water Conservation: From aerators to water-efficient autoclaves and glass washers, LabRenew helps labs make small changes that have a big impact on water usage. ?? Green Chemistry: LabRenew partners with leading green chemistry providers, giving labs access to eco-friendly chemical catalogs that promote safer research. ?? Recycling & Waste Reduction: LabRenew connects labs with premier recycling partners to streamline workflows, reduce waste, and lower costs. ???? Green Behavior: LabRenew offers customized training programs to shift behaviors toward greener lab practices, tailored to each lab’s specific needs and goals. ?? Cost Savings: LabRenew’s services don’t just help the planet—they help labs cut costs, reducing overhead by more than 25% through energy and waste management strategies. LabRenew is transforming the lab industry, making it easier for labs to adopt sustainable practices that are both cost-effective and impactful. ?? Learn more about LabRenew’s services at https://lnkd.in/e5etVmUT. Leave a comment below if you’d like to share your story. Let’s work together towards a future of zero emissions and zero waste! #Sustainability #GreenLabs #LabRenew #ResearchRecycling #EnvironmentalImpact #LowCostHighImpact #WasteAudits #CarbonReduction #InnovationInLabs
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At Research Recycling, we are always excited to connect with sustainability leaders around the globe. Recently, we had a great conversation with Aarya B., sustainability executive at Nirantara and co-founder of Ashwas, a non-profit working with over 15,000 volunteers to promote environmental education and sustainability. One of the key takeaways from our discussion was about Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) in India. EPR is emerging as a vital policy tool in the country, holding companies accountable for the recycling and disposal of the waste they generate. While the concept has gained traction, particularly in e-waste and plastic waste management, there are still significant challenges to overcome. ?? EPR in India: ? EPR initially focused on e-waste and has now expanded to plastic waste. Under the policy, companies are required to recycle or purchase plastic credits equivalent to the amount of plastic they use. ? Purpose: Government initiatives are pushing for more aggressive mandates, aiming to reduce the visible environmental damage caused by plastic waste, such as litter and animals consuming it. ? Challenges: India faces a lack of segregation methods, low demand for recycled resins, and limited infrastructure, making it difficult for businesses to meet recycling targets. We’re grateful to Aarya for her insights on EPR and the growing opportunities to improve waste management in India. Leave a comment below if you’d like to share your story. Let’s work together towards a future of zero emissions and zero waste! #Sustainability #EPR #ExtendedProducerResponsibility #Recycling #WasteManagement #EnvironmentalAdvocacy #India #CircularEconomy #ResearchRecycling #PlasticWaste #Ewaste #SustainabilityEducation
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We had the pleasure of sitting down (virtually) with Edward Krisiunas ?? , a recognized leader in the healthcare and medical waste management industries, with over 30 years of experience. Edward started his own consulting firm over 22 years ago, Waste Not Want Not, and has since been dedicated to advancing sustainability practices, particularly in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs). ?? Challenges & Opportunities: Edward emphasized the challenges that African labs face in recycling, particularly when it comes to items like pipette tips—which are still difficult to recycle in Africa. However, he believes that now is the time to advance sustainability efforts, noting that Africa has immense potential for growth in this area. ?? Collaborations & Advocacy: Through his involvement with African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM) and participation in echo sessions on healthcare sustainability, Edward is at the forefront of bringing together individuals and organizations to promote recycling and sustainability in the healthcare sector. He’s a strong advocate for partnerships and believes in the power of international collaboration to address recycling challenges. ?? Future Focus: Edward is not only working on innovative solutions for recycling and waste management but is also actively advocating for more international conferences like ISWA International Solid Waste Association to bring attention to the sustainability efforts needed in biohazardous waste management in LMICs. With his decades of experience and a passion for sustainable solutions, Edward Krisiunas is helping to create a brighter, more sustainable future for labs and healthcare organizations around the world. ?? Learn more about Edward's work and connect with him here: https://lnkd.in/e6EjzJrH Leave a comment below if you’d like to share your story. Let’s work together towards a future of zero emissions and zero waste! #Sustainability #GreenLabs #LMICs #HealthcareSustainability #WasteManagement #ResearchRecycling #MedicalWaste #Recycling #Ewaste #GlobalHealth
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We attended part 1 of Northeast Recycling Council (NERC)'s 2 part webinar and it was truly inspiring. Gretchen Carey, Avery Palardy, Sarah Dowdall, Laura Cappellucci and Jacqueline Hollands shared their barriers, best practices and opportunities in reducing and recycling biomedical plastics. We are excited to attend part 2. Please check out and register for their webinar if you have not already!
Join us for a free two-part webinar series as part of Climate Week and World Environmental Health Day! We will hear from players across the value chain in the life sciences industry about the challenges in tackling the reduction and diversion of plastic waste from landfills or incineration. We will explore opportunities to build a circular infrastructure for a myriad of plastic waste streams, from products to packaging, with a wide range of polymers, inherent to the life sciences industry. View speakers and register here:https://lnkd.in/dzmFhW-z #lifesciences #circulareconomy #climateweek
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The University of Alabama Birmingham (UAB) is setting a high bar for lab sustainability with a robust recycling program that’s largely managed in-house! ?? With their robust recycling infrastructure, they are able to recycle: ?? Gloves ?? #5 Plastic Pipette Tip Boxes ?? #4, #1, and #2 Plastics ?? Polystyrene, Aluminum Foil, Unbroken Glass, and Ice Packs What sets UAB apart is their meticulous process: After collecting materials, everything is sent to their in-house facility, where interns maintain quality control by carefully sorting plastics and other recyclables by hand to ensure no contamination. Thanks to their dedication, UAB consistently achieves a close to 0% contamination rate—a remarkable accomplishment! ?? These interns are true champions of sustainability, ensuring that every step of the recycling process is handled with precision and care. Their sustainability efforts don’t stop there! UAB also offers a free lab glass and supplies program, redistributing usable lab glassware and supplies from labs that have moved or no longer need them. This reduces waste and costs while promoting reuse in research settings. This program is a fantastic example of how institutions can support sustainability through resource sharing. ?? UAB’s commitment to sustainable practices is an inspiring model for institutions everywhere. ?? Research Recycling would love to hear how your institution is making strides or where you need support to drive greener lab practices. Leave a comment below if you’d like to share your story. Let’s work together towards a future of zero waste and contamination! #Sustainability #GreenLabs #LabRecycling #CircularEconomy #WasteReduction #RecyclingInnovation #EnvironmentalImpact #ZeroWaste