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LEAN, or the Laboratory Efficiency Action Network, is an organisation of individuals passionate about sustainable science working in academia.

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Our members all work within laboratories or sustainability departments in publicly funded institutions. We meet regularly and share best-practice through our online forum and resources. The aims of LEAN are: 

  • To promote sustainable laboratories, efficient practices, and all forms of environmental sustainability in science laboratories. 

  • To act as a convenor and forum for the sector, where interested individuals can learn more about sustainable labs.

  • To standardise, create, and promote resources on best practices for improving the sustainability of laboratories.

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Functional Areas of LEAN

 

Our aim is to understand best practice across the wide range of areas which influence lab sustainability; from practical daily actions, to institutional strategy or policy change. Here are some examples:

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  • Laboratory Behaviour Change Engagement Programmes  

  • Equipment Efficiency Initiatives  

  • Building and Facility Design Solutions  

  • Plastic Use and Consumables  

  • Laboratory Support Services  

  • Institutional Strategy and Policy 

  • Procurement and Waste Management  

  • Research Quality and Reproducibility...  

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