The Allison Lab

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The Allison Lab is an ecology and evolution lab that explores how microbes regulate the cycling of carbon and nutrients in their ecosystems using a multidisciplinary approach.

Green Labs Results:

  • Initial Score: 34%
  • Final Score: 64%
  • Certification Level: Silver
  • Areas of Improvement: Energy, Fume Hoods, Hazardous Waste/Chemicals, & Community

Sustainable Actions

  • Energy:
    • Turning off equipment and lights when not in use.
  • Fume Hoods:
    • Always closing fume and tissue culture hood sashes when not in use.
    • Never storing chemicals in fume hoods.
  • Hazardous Waste/Chemicals:
    • Evaluating Reg Bag waste practices.
    • Avoiding mixing hazardous and non hazardous waste.
  • Community:
    • Appointing a member as a champion for sustainability.
    • Developing cordial relationships with custodial staff and facilities management.