University of Bristol Green Labs

07/09/2022

Have you read our September newsletter?

This month we're discussing the Bioresource Labs achieving two Silver LEAF certifications and a Freezer Challenge award ! 👏

Plus tips on engaging new staff and students in sustainability and 🌍

Read more here👇

Last month, Bristol Medical School successfully gained Silver LEAF certifications in two of their buildings within one week, a fantastic accomplishment. The certifications were awarded to the BRI Level 7 and Bioresource Labs, which comprise 41 different lab spaces. These certifications are the first...

06/09/2022

Our tip for is to save packaging from ordering samples and consumables.

Ice packs and Styrofoam can all be reused to send samples from your lab.📦

01/09/2022

Congratulations to the Bristol Bioresource Laboratories for winning the Academic Medium Size Lab category in the 2022 International Freezer Challenge!

Saving energy and promoting 🎉

Read more about this year's winners below 👇

With over 1,200 labs from 27 countries and over 12,000 cold storage units participating, the 2022 Freezer Challenge has saved a total of 6,732 metric tons of carbon dioxide ! This is the equivalent...

08/08/2022

After our success in becoming the first institution in the world to achieve a Bronze LEAF certification in all 900 STEM labs last summer, we have set a new goal...

100% Silver certified by 2024!🥈

03/08/2022

Have you read our August newsletter?👨‍🔬

This month we discuss behaviour change and motivation, 10 tips to reduce plastic waste, the benefits of giving lab items a second life and how to have a sustainable summer ☀️

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After experiencing the UK’s hottest day on record last month, it is more important than ever to implement sustainable practices in our research and daily lives. As the University has become quieter during the summer months, now is a great opportunity for some simple maintenance. While lab users ar...

02/08/2022

Our tip for is to reuse water used in cooling reactions with recirculating water chillers 💧

These chillers help save water, cut down on utility bills and reduce the risk of flooding🚰

12/07/2022

Our July newsletter is here! 🎉

This month we discuss , how green lab practices enhance research quality, the benefits of lab management software and 5 top tips for sustainable procurement 🌱

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28th July annually marks World Nature Conservation Day. The day aims to raise awareness about the pressing need to preserve the environment and natural resources around us and draw attention to issues such as deforestation, soil depletion, water contamination and species extinction. The organisers h...

11/07/2022

Calling all STEM students! 📣

We have a brand new vacancy for a student intern to join the UOB Green Labs team. Click here for more info and to apply 👇

The Green Labs Initiative provides resources and programmes specifically tailored for Bristol University STEM buildings and laboratories to help them run as sustainably as possible and meet our 2030 carbon neutrality target. The initiative reduces the environmental impact of our labs by focusing on....

16/06/2022

In this week's LEAF update 🌱 we discuss six ways to increase your lab's energy efficiency ⚡

Read it here 👇

1. Freezers, fridges, and LN2 dewars are maintained or there is a plan in place going forward to achieve this. This includes defrosting, removing unwanted samples, checking seals, and cleaning filters on ULT freezers (Criteria 21).  

26/11/2021

Tomorrow is - an initiative set up to raise awareness about the overconsumption happening each year on Black Friday 🌍 remember to reuse, repair and upcycle where possible!♻️

12/11/2021

Check out the latest article from our Sustainable Science Manager Anna Lewis, which discusses challenges and solutions within sustainable science and the collaborative effort needed to make labs 🧪🌍

Science has enormously positive consequences for humankind, our planet and the species on it. Over the past year, scientists have developed vaccinations for COVID-19 and malaria, launched the first-ever crewed commercial space flight, and provided with absolute certainty that human activity is causi

11/11/2021

As COP26 draws to a close, this week's LEAF update will focus on the key agreements made so far and what they mean for the future of the planet 🌍🌱 If you missed it, don't worry, there will be more in the next newsletter 😉