Episode 28: Building a Global Culture of Lab Sustainability: My Green Lab’s Mission & Impact with Pernilla Sörme
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Join us for an insightful conversation with Pernilla Sörme, Technical Program Director at My Green Lab, as we explore how one organization is transforming laboratories worldwide into leaders in environmental sustainability. Discover the driving mission behind My Green Lab, the measurable impact on research and industry, and real-world tips for saving energy and reducing plastic waste in scientific labs. Pernilla shares how behavior change, grassroots and leadership buy-in, and a community-driven approach are helping thousands of labs certify their sustainability practices—and why this matters for the future of science, the planet, and organizational success. Whether you’re in academic research or commercial R&D, this candid interview explains why sustainability, reputation, and cost savings can go hand-in-hand through My Green Lab Certification, ACT Eco-label, and more. Watch for practical advice, industry milestones, and a vision for science that benefits people and the planet.
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