20/08/2026
Scientific research generates five and a half million tons of plastic globally.
Sustainability also has a place in the laboratory. Although things are improving, we still have opportunities to reduce our environmental impact.
Plastic products are crucial to many laboratory processes. Plastics are everywhere in the laboratory, from single-use pipette tips, gloves, and tubes to flasks and beakers. By implementing plastic recycling and reuse programs and seeking ways to reduce energy consumption, research facilities, contract research organizations, and pharmaceutical companies can dramatically improve the eco-friendliness of science.
10 tips we go by on our lab management:
1. Minimize wasteful ordering
2. Choose sustainable suppliers
3. Switch off lights and appliances
4. Installed timers
5. Use glassware whenever possible
6. Reuse boxes and tip boxes
7. Recycle as much as possible
8. Optimize freezers performance
9. Control water usage
10. Responsible disposal of chemicals