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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nFounded in 2013 by neuroscientist Allison Paradise, My Green Lab<\/a> emerged from firsthand observations of the significant waste and inefficiencies common in research environments, many rooted in long\u2011standing practices. My Green Lab has challenged the scientific community to rethink how research is conducted and make more sustainable choices in their daily work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n At UConn, the Conservation Lab plays a vital role in preserving, protecting, and ensuring access to library collections for scholars at home and around the world. Using advanced conservation techniques, staff safeguard rare and unique materials so they can be used safely for research, teaching, exhibitions, and loans to other institutions. <\/p>\n\n\n The materials treated in the lab are as varied as the methods used to preserve them, from books found in the general collection to rare archival volumes, photographs, maps, and manuscripts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThe need for the care and protection of printed materials, especially rare and valuable items, remains essential to the library\u2019s mission,\u201d said Conservator <\/strong>Natalie Granados. \u201cBy taking a hard look at our processes, we\u2019ve been able to make both small and significant changes that reduce the lab\u2019s environmental impact without disrupting the critical work underway.\u201d <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n These improvements include reducing paper towel use by 90%, replacing disposable supplies with reusable alternatives whenever possible, installing low\u2011flow aerators in sinks, and making energy\u2011saving upgrades to doors and lighting, among other changes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cWe are the first lab at UConn to achieve a Gold Certification from My Green Lab,\u201d noted Dean Anne Langley. \u201cIt demonstrates our commitment to advancing UConn\u2019s sustainability goals.\u201d <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n The certification is recognized by the United Nations Race to Zero<\/a> campaign as a key indicator of progress toward a zero\u2011carbon future and is considered the gold standard for sustainable laboratory practices. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The UConn Library\u2019s Conservation Lab has received Gold Certification from My Green Lab, advancing the university\u2019s commitment to sustainable research practices. The certification, recognized by the United Nations Race to Zero campaign, is considered the global gold standard for laboratory sustainability. … Continue reading <\/a>\n
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