In support of Operational Excellence, Impact 2030, and the University’s Climate Action Plan Strategy 3.6 “Minimize the emissions associated with conducting research at the University” — the Sustainability & Energy Department is offering no-cost My Green Lab Certification to reduce energy use and waste in university labs.

This three-step certification enables your lab to:

• Gain public recognition and boost grant competitiveness
• Foster sustainability culture within U employees and future graduates
• Enhance collaboration and engagement
• Promote innovation
• Save resources and money
• Serve as a model for other labs

My Green Lab Certification is considered the gold standard for laboratory sustainability best practices around the world. The program provides scientists and the teams that support laboratories with actionable ways to make meaningful change. See the My Green Lab website for more information about the program. Certification is valid for 2 years.

This opportunity is limited to labs located in buildings fully operated by the U. Interested PIs should visit Sustainability & Energy for further detail about how to verify eligibility before initiating the process of Green Lab certification.

Please Note: Clinical Laboratory certification will be available in November.