Reducing the environmental impact of lab plastics with plant-based solutions

Whilst plastics are essential in laboratory and biomanufacturing processes due to their efficiency and reliability, they can generate significant waste and contribute to carbon footprints. As a result, many laboratories are now considering the environmental impact of plastics and are seeking alternative solutions.

Biobased plastics provide a greener alternative. These plastics are manufactured from plastic resins derived from biobased raw materials, rather than fossil fuel-based feedstocks, significantly lowering the product’s carbon emissions footprint without sacrificing quality or performance.

In this SelectScience webinar, hear from Thermo Fisher Scientific experts, Dr. Colin Wright, Staff Scientist, R&D and Dr. Sune Lund Sporring, Senior Manager R&D, as they share insights into traditional fossil fuel-based resins compared to biobased alternatives. You will also learn how the chain-of-custody for biobased feedstocks are certified by the globally recognized International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) system. Plus, understand how the “mass balance” approach helps ensure traceability of biobased material through the supply chain.

Key learning objectives:

• Understand the basic of resins and sustainability
• Learn about the role of biobased resins in sustainability
• Explore Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Greener by Design initiative
• Identify practical steps for laboratories to reduce environmental impact

Who should attend?

• Lab technicians, scientists and researchers in the pharma and biopharma industries as well as academia

Certificate of attendance

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