Research Recycling
Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions produced by the Lifecycle Stages of a Lab Plastic
produces 33-48% of overall emissions.
01
Polymer Production
Manufacturing Process
Produces 6-32% of overall emissions.
02
Disposal
Produces 26-55% of overall emissions.
03
Although Transportation and packaging are inherent in each stage, they are minor contributors to overall emissions.
Transportation
Produces ≤ 5% of overall emissions.
Packaging
Produces ≤ 5% of overall emissions.
8 Ibs
of lab plastic waste is generated by a scientist each day.
12 Billion Ibs
of lab plastic waste is generated each year.
60-80%
of lab plastic waste is either incinerated or landfilled.
20%
increase in lab plastic waste by 2030.
Plastic waste contributes to pollution, harms wildlife, and exacerbates climate change through the release of toxins and greenhouse gases.
Our Vision
Eliminate landfill and incineration of lab plastics by leveraging recycling technologies and integrating recycled materials back into manufacturing supply chains.
Emission Hotspots in the Lifecycle of Lab Consumables
Our Areas of Focus
Quantifying hazardous vs non-hazardous waste
Identifying barriers to sourcing raw materials
Conducting lifecycle assessments for common lab plastics
Identifying challenges to recycling lab plastics
Our Areas of Focus
Identifying Barriers to Sourcing Greener Raw Materials
Conducting cradle-to-grave Life Cycle Assessments for Common Lab Products
Identifying Challenges to Recycling Lab Plastics
Emission Hotspots in the Lifecycle of Lab Consumables
Our Areas of Focus
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Emission Hotspots in the Lifecycle of Lab Consumables
01
Polymer Production
produces 33-48% of overall emissions.
02
Manufacturing
produces 6-32% of overall emissions.
03
Disposal
produces 26-55% of overall emissions.
Transportation
produces ≤ 5% of overall emissions.
Disposal
produces ≤ 5% of overall emissions.
Polymer production and disposal produce the majority of lifetime emissions. Although Transportation and packaging are inherent in each stage, they are minor contributors to overall emissions.
Polymer production and disposal produce the majority of lifetime emissions. Although Transportation and packaging are inherent in each stage, they are minor contributors to overall emissions.
How You Can Help
Collaborate with industry leaders from various backgrounds. Share insights and work together to drive sustainable change.
01. Join our linkedin
Share your perspective on the challenges and solutions to reducing GHG emissions.
02. Participate in interviews
Take an active role in offering your expertise and guiding the project's direction.
03. Become an advisor
Your contributions will directly shape sustainable practices, aid in the creation of white papers, and inspire others.
04. impact and inspire
Emission Hotspots in the Lifecycle of Lab Consumables
Polymer production and disposal produce the majority of lifetime emissions. Although Transportation and packaging are inherent in each stage, they are minor contributors to overall emissions.
03
Manufacturing
produces ≤ 5% of overall emissions.
03
Manufacturing
produces ≤ 5% of overall emissions.
03
Manufacturing
produces ≤ 5% of overall emissions.
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Click to learn more about challenges facing your industry, our current projects and recent advances.
Lab supply procurement
Environmental health & Safety
Waste management
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Lab Supply Procurement
Environmental Health and Safety
Waste Management
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From inception to disposal
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Polymer Production
produces 33-48% of overall emissions.
02
Manufacturing
produces 6-32% of overall emissions.
03
Disposal
produces 26-55% of overall emissions.
Polymer production and disposal produce the majority of lifetime emissions. Although Transportation and packaging are inherent in each stage, they are minor contributors to overall emissions.
Transportation
Produces ≤ 5% of overall emissions.
Packaging
Produces ≤ 5% of overall emissions.
Dive Deeper
Click to learn more about challenges facing your industry, our current projects and recent advances.
How You Can Help
01
Join our LinkedIn
Collaborate with industry leaders from various backgrounds. Share insights and work together to drive sustainable change.
02
Participate in Interviews
Share your perspective on the challenges and solutions to reducing GHG emissions.
03
Become an Advisor
Take an active role in offering your expertise and guiding the project's direction.
04
Impact and Inspire
Your contributions will directly shape sustainable practices, aid in the creation of white papers, and inspire others.
Barriers to Sourcing Greener Raw Material
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8 Ibs
of lab plastic waste is generated by a scientist each day.
12 Billion Ibs
of lab plastic waste is generated each year.
60-80%
of lab plastic waste is either incinerated or landfilled.
20%
increase in lab plastic waste by 2030.
Plastic waste contributes to pollution, harms wildlife, and exacerbates climate change through the release of toxins and greenhouse gases.
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Polymer Production
Produces 33-48% of overall emissions.
01
Manufacturing
produces 6-32% of overall emissions.
02
Disposal
produces 26-55% of overall emissions.
03
POLYMER PRODUCTION AND DISPOSAL PRODUCE THE MAJORITY OF LIFETIME EMISSIONS.
Transportation
Produces ≤ 5% of overall emissions.
