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From grassroots to strategy: advancing laboratory sustainability at Utrecht university.
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Abstract
Scientific research, especially in experimental disciplines, depends on laboratories (labs), which are among the most energy- and resource-intensive facilities within universities. Despite their significant environmental footprint, labs are often overlooked in sustainability strategies, even though their contribution is crucial to achieving institutional and global climate goals. This Utrecht university case study presents the development of Green Labs initiatives and the use of the Laboratory Efficiency Assessment Framework (LEAF) as a scalable approach towards structured sustainability practices. We conducted a partial assessment of the university-wide lab-related environmental impact and a detailed evaluation of environmental and social outcomes from LEAF-bronze (entry-level) implementation in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences. Results show that LEAF low-cost measures produced measurable environmental benefits while enhancing user motivation and satisfaction. Post-implementation monitoring of a 910 m
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