Few laboratory researchers would question the need for hazardous materials in certain experimental procedures. The radioactive isotope P32, for instance, is vital in DNA research, and hazardous ...

Yale University has plans for final closure of two container storage areas of hazardous waste, according to the Connecticut ...

On average, from 2011 to 2021, academic labs generated around 4,300 metric tons of hazardous waste each year. One of the largest lab-used solvents discarded is dichloromethane and more than half ...

Treatment of Hazardous Waste in the Laboratory without a Permit. Some EPA and state regulations have been interpreted to prohibit the treatment of even very small quantities of waste in laboratories.

The lab was recognized for its exceptional organization, consistent compliance and safety of those handling the hazardous waste generated in their lab. To celebrate the recognition, each lab receives ...

While purchasing energy-efficient equipment is an important step, the way that equipment is used plays a crucial role in lab sustainability. Fume cupboards, for example, are essential for safety but ...