My Green Lab

*Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Opportunity* Apply for a 3-year Marie Curie postdoctoral fellowship at CÚRAM, Research Ireland Centre for Medical Devices, focused on Lab Greening! This fellowship is part of a prestigious program, offering a dedicated postdoc position about sustainable lab practices. The fellow will be hosted by Principal Investigator Dr. Una FitzGerald. CÚRAM MedTrain+ Fellowships are open to experienced researchers of any nationality, resident anywhere in the world (see eligibility criteria via link below), seeking a prestigious career development fellowship in medical device research and development. In the race to achieve zero emissions, the UNFCCC recommends the certification of all labs within the Medtech sector by My Green Lab. At Cúram, personnel are actively quantifying the environmental impact of their research to ensure that ‘green-by-design’ approaches are integrated at every stage of medical device innovation. The deadline for applications is Thu, Oct 31, 2024. Learn more and apply: https://lnkd.in/gGwWNrMs

This month's #HowToGreenLab is to share printers among colleagues and default to double-sided, black-and-white mode. While it may sound simple, this not only reduces paper waste but also contributes to a cleaner laboratory environment by minimizing clutter. What is one simple act you've taken to become more efficient in the lab?

For the incredible support we have received from the Raleigh community in pursuing our mission, My Green Lab, in collaboration with LabOps Unite Community and Triumvirate Environmental, is hosting an in-person happy hour on October 25th in Raleigh, North Carolina, USA. We would love to meet you there! My Green Lab representatives will be present, and you will have a chance to meet and mingle with us and network with like-minded lab #sustainability leaders in the region. RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gPmHE4w3 This event is part of LabOps Unite's Chapter Days, a full-day gathering for top LabOps professionals to share knowledge and insights on key challenges such as sustainable lab design, change management, and leadership development. LabOps Unite, a non-profit with over 850 members, is dedicated to helping each other grow personally and professionally.

Did you know that Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) members receive a 10% discount on My Green Lab Certification? Recognized by the United Nations Race to Zero campaign as a key measure of progress towards a zero-carbon future, My Green Lab Certification is designed to provide scientists and laboratory teams with practical strategies to reduce environmental impact, enhance efficiency, and demonstrate a commitment to sustainability. My Green Lab’s subsidiary, Impact Laboratories, will provide third-party verification for its certification process. James Connelly, My Green Lab’s CEO, stated, "Our certification aims to equip RSC members with tools to adopt sustainable practices in their laboratories, supporting a more sustainable future for scientific research." RSC members can sign up for this discount by clicking here: https://lnkd.in/g72D4Fh4

In the realm of lab sustainability, knowledge isn’t just power – it’s the engine that drives meaningful change. Crack open the *virtual* books and start learning all you need to know about lab sustainability with the My Green Lab Accredited Professional (AP) Program. As the first program of its kind, the My Green Lab AP Program offers the knowledge and know-how to bring sustainability best practices to life in the lab. Start today: https://lnkd.in/gtehi_aG Tolga Berk WALDNER Group

The 2024 edition of Future Labs Live USA will showcase the biggest solution providers and opens the stage to the brightest names in the lab industry. Join visionaries from all sectors on October 30-31 in Philadelphia for collaboration, innovation, and networking. My Green Lab's Chief Growth Officer, Shannon Vanderford, will be moderating an exciting panel discussion. And be sure to stop by our booth to connect with our Market Development Representative, Kayla Stocking, and Sr. Manager of Investment and Partnerships, James Swinyard. We hope to see you there! Register for free here: https://lnkd.in/gu_f72g3 #FLLUSA

Congratulations to the team at Salud Digna CNR Monterrey on their recent My Green Lab Certification! Recognized by the United Nations Race to Zero as a key measure of progress, My Green Lab Certification has supported over 3,100 labs through their sustainability journey. We are proud to recognize Salud Digna's hard work and commitment to a more sustainable future. 🍃 Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gsn7Q3SF

We are proud to announce the addition of two new members to our Board of Directors: Dr. Fiona Adshead, Chair of the Sustainable Healthcare Coalition, and Malcolm Bell, Founder and CEO of Envetec Sustainable Technologies. These appointments mark a significant step in strengthening My Green Lab’s independent governance and expanding our mission to build a global culture of #sustainability in science. “We are delighted to welcome Fiona and Malcolm to our Board," said James Connelly, CEO of My Green Lab. "Their deep expertise in healthcare, sustainability, and innovation will undoubtedly enhance our ability to develop new tools to advance our programs along the healthcare value chain. Both have been influential in championing sustainability in their respective fields, and their contributions will be instrumental as we expand our mission to encompass the entire healthcare value chain." Read more: https://lnkd.in/gXCebvqg

My Green Lab's monthly newsletter brings you the latest #sustainability news you can use. Don’t miss out on tips, resources, and stories that can help you make a positive impact in your laboratory. Subscribe now and join a growing community committed to a greener future: https://lnkd.in/guy9aQHc

At the upcoming ESG Life Sciences Summit in Boston, CEO James Connelly will present on how to leverage My Green Lab's programs to generate sustainable ROI. Check out his session at 8:45am ET on Thursday, October 10th. My Green Lab's VP of Marketing Christina Creager and VP of Research and Technical Standards Scott Weitze will also be in attendance. Be sure to get in touch if you'll be there, too! https://lnkd.in/gDKJVYdR