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Research & Educational Laboratories
Although these resources are focused at academic laboratories, most of the information applies to commercial, environmental and health care labs as well.
Bemidji State University Reduces Chemistry Lab Waste by Almost 35% With the help of a MnTAP intern, Bemidji State University chemistry labs decreased lab waste by nearly 35 percent and reduced reagent use by 33 liters per year. The department estimates $1,800 in annual savings from purchasing less reagent and reduced disposal cost. By reducing inventory, it also has recovered storage space, allowing for better organization.
The Green Chemical Alternatives Wizard is a Web-based tool that provides information on chemical alternatives for some of the most commonly used hazardous solvents and substances in research laboratories.
Pollution Prevention Ideas for Labs Princeton University outlines numerous ways that laboratory workers can reduce the impact that laboratories have on the environment.
Pollution Prevention for Laboratory Wastes Kansas Small Business Environmental Assistance fact sheet for research and academic labs.
Research and Educational Laboratory Waste Reduction Ohio EPA fact sheet on better operating practices and procedural or institutional policies that result in a reduction of waste.
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