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Associated Press
08-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
My Green Lab Launches ACT Ecolabel 2.0: Setting the Global Standard for Sustainable Laboratory Products
SAN DIEGO, May 8, 2025 /3BL/ - My Green Lab® today proudly launches the ACT Ecolabel 2.0 program, an enhanced version of the only third-party verified ecolabel for laboratory products. Designed to advance Accountability, Consistency, and Transparency for the scientific industry, ACT Ecolabel 2.0 offers product-level data to support sustainability-driven purchasing decisions. Building on years of collaboration with scientists, manufacturers, procurement professionals, and sustainability experts, ACT Ecolabel 2.0 delivers a rigorous, standardized framework for assessing and communicating the environmental impact of laboratory products. 'ACT Ecolabel 2.0 represents the collective expertise behind the program and reflects our deep commitment to advancing sustainability in science through credible, actionable data,' said James Connelly, My Green Lab's CEO. 'The enhanced program is transforming how the scientific community approaches sustainability in the lab supply chain, through embedding impact reductions into purchasing decisions, product development, and long-term corporate strategies.' As sustainability becomes a critical priority for laboratory operations, procurement representatives, and product manufacturers, the ACT Ecolabel delivers a unified framework that supports better decision-making across the supply chain. It enables manufacturers to credibly showcase sustainability performance and empowers procurement teams to make informed, sustainability-aligned purchasing decisions with confidence. Jennifer Valsler, Director, Sustainable Procurement, AstraZeneca, says, 'The My Green Lab ACT Ecolabel 2.0 aligns with AstraZeneca's corporate sustainability goals, while providing a consistent benchmark to evaluate products for purchasing decision making. Participation from manufacturers will strengthen their response for sustainability requests, and a consistent third-party verified industry standard will spur innovation and drive supply chain impact reductions.' The market has responded enthusiastically: 26 leading manufacturers have already committed to ACT Ecolabel 2.0 certification of their products, joining the 46 already participating, signaling the growing importance of a trusted standard like ACT Ecolabel for environmental accountability in life sciences. The upgraded ACT Ecolabel program introduces a range of enhancements, including: The ACT Ecolabel offers meaningful benefits to both manufacturers and procurement teams to support sustainable product development and smarter purchasing decisions. With more than 1,700 certified products from over 60 participating manufacturers in the ACT Ecolabel database, the program has become a central resource for the growing global community focused on sustainability in laboratory operations. Explore the comprehensive certified product database and discover how the ACT Ecolabel can support and accelerate your organization's sustainability goals. Visit About My Green Lab My Green Lab® is a nonprofit environmental organization with a mission to build a global culture of sustainability in science. The organization is the world leader in developing internationally recognized sustainability standards for laboratories and laboratory products—bringing sustainability to the community responsible for the world's life-changing medical and technical innovations. Laboratories are some of the most resource-intensive spaces in any industry, but they don't have to be. By introducing a new perspective and proven best practices within a carefully crafted framework, My Green Lab has inspired tens of thousands of scientists and lab professionals to make positive changes in their labs by reducing the environmental impact of their work. My Green Lab® ACT® Ecolabel The first ecolabel for lab equipment and supplies that provides transparent, third-party verified data to help scientists and procurement teams make sustainable choices. Sixty companies and over 1,700 products currently have an ACT Ecolabel, with third-party verification provided by Verico. For media requests, contact Christina Creager at [email protected]. For more information about My Green Lab, visit Visit 3BL Media to see more multimedia and stories from My Green Lab
Glasgow Times
28-04-2025
- Politics
- Glasgow Times
Celtic pub targeted by far-right demonstrators in 'disgraceful' attack
Far-right agitators targeted a gathering of Celtic supporters at a Dublin pub on Saturday where fans were celebrating the Hoops' win against Dundee United that secured the Premiership title. An anti-immigration demonstration had been scheduled to conclude near to the James Connelly pub in Custom House Quay and, according to the 1803 Celtic Supporters Club, around 35 to 50 people from the event then entered the building. Those in attendance at the social gathering asked the supporters of the demonstration to leave, but the club said demonstrators launched a 'physical attack on supporters' and fired 'horrendous racial abuse' at non-Irish members of staff and management. READ NEXT: John Swinney calls for Kneecap to be cut from Glasgow's TRNSMT READ NEXT: Football kit donation project Kitback launched in Glasgow The agitators were eventually removed from the property by Celtic supporters while management and staff secured the entrance, closing the venue to the public until it was safe to re-open. The Spirit of 1803 Celtic Supporters Club has said in a statement it condemns the display of 'bigotry and hatred'. The statement read: 'Celtic FC is a renowned football club, established in 1887 based on the principles of support for impoverished immigrants and refuge seekers. Celtic FC is also a community of international solidarity, there is an estimated international support base of over nine million supporters (2003) across over 160 Celtic Supporters Clubs established in over 20 countries worldwide. 'There is no place for racism, fascism, anti-immigrant support or even sentiment, regardless of the socio-economic or political climate in the ethos of the spirit of being a true Celtic FC supporter. 'We abhor the attack in Dublin on our club's supporters as much as we abhor the message that the Dublin demonstration heralded, and we appeal to those suffering under trying economic circumstances not to be duped by opportunistic political agitators with a far-right narrative. 'They do not have the solution to your problems, or the will to strategise one if all they have to offer is placing blame upon the world's weakest people, refuge seekers.' The demonstration had been earlier chanting 'Get Them Out' in reference to forced mass deportation and anti-Palestinian solidarity slogans with Israeli flags openly on display. James Connolly, the Irish socialist, republican and leader of the 1916 Easter Rising was himself an economic immigrant from Scotland.
Associated Press
25-02-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Impact Laboratories Secures $4.95M to Accelerate Sustainable Science Innovation
SPOKANE, Wash., February 25, 2025 /3BL/ - Impact Laboratories, verifier of the world's most trusted green lab certification, has secured $4.95 million in Series A funding—exceeding its target. The capital will accelerate the development of enterprise-scale sustainability tools and expand global adoption of My Green Lab® Certification, empowering laboratories to achieve measurable environmental and financial impact. James Connelly, CEO of Impact Laboratories and My Green Lab said, 'This investment signals a pivotal shift in how science integrates sustainability. Our enhanced software will empower labs with real-time data, security, and ROI-driven insights—enabling them to make measurable environmental progress. Thanks to our investors' support, we're scaling solutions that drive global impact.' By enhancing Impact Laboratories ' software tools, this investment will bolster its position as a leader in providing secure, data-driven solutions that deliver genuine environmental and financial returns for laboratories worldwide. Furthermore, these funds will support a robust market development strategy to expand My Green Lab Certification and improve the technology used to audit and verify the My Green Lab ACT Ecolabel, the industry's most comprehensive ecolabel for laboratory products. Driving Impact Through Investment The funding round, led by a consortium of impact-driven investors including the Spokane Angel Alliance, TVF | Tacoma Venture Fund, LabX Media, and Greenhouse Capital Partners underscores the growing demand for data-driven sustainability solutions in science. These investors bring not only capital but also deep expertise in scientific research, sustainable investment, and media outreach to accelerate Impact Laboratories' mission. 'Backing Impact Laboratories means investing in a smarter, more sustainable scientific future,' said Peter Henig, Founder and Managing Partner of Greenhouse Capital Partners. 'Sustainable science is the future of research. Impact Laboratories' solutions give scientists the tools to integrate sustainability without sacrificing innovation,' said Jim Datin, former CEO of BioAgilytix and current GHO Operating Partner. 'This investment fuels the shift toward environmentally responsible labs that also excel in efficiency and cost savings.' Bob Kafato, President of LabX Media, emphasized the long-term impact of this investment: 'As investors, we have a responsibility to support innovations that move industries forward. The scientific industry is at a turning point—labs that prioritize sustainability will not only lead in innovation but also in operational excellence. This funding ensures that environmental responsibility becomes an integral part of scientific progress.' A Global Shift Towards Sustainable Science As scientific research expands globally, the need for secure and scalable sustainable solutions has never been greater. Impact Laboratories' ability to provide third-party independent verification and robust sustainability tools plays a crucial role in reducing the industry's environmental impact. Madin Akpo-Esambe, General Partner at TVF | Tacoma Venture Fund, spoke to the broader implications of this investment: 'Greener labs mean a greener world. By accelerating lab sustainability, we're not just improving operational efficiency, but we're also creating systemic change for the better.' Tom Simpson, Founder and CEO of Spokane Angel Alliance, emphasized the power of regional funding networks in driving mission-based companies with global impact. 'Seeing a company like Impact Laboratories scale globally from Spokane signals a new level of maturity in our start-up ecosystem and investment community,' he noted. This success highlights how regional capital can fuel ventures that create meaningful change worldwide. Impact Laboratories and My Green Lab are collaborating to empower scientists and laboratory professionals to create lasting environmental change. This successful fundraising round will propel progress toward a future where sustainability is integrated into every laboratory around the globe. About Impact Laboratories Impact Laboratories, the commercial arm of My Green Lab, provides third-party verification and enterprise software solutions that enable labs to achieve and maintain sustainability benchmarks. From academia to biotech and pharma, Impact Laboratories supports the scientific community in reducing its environmental footprint while ensuring operational efficiency. The company drives the expansion of the world's most trusted green lab certification and verification tools. About My Green Lab My Green Lab® is a nonprofit environmental organization with a mission to build a global culture of sustainability in science. The organization is the world leader in developing internationally recognized sustainability standards for laboratories and laboratory products—bringing sustainability to the community responsible for the world's life-changing medical and technical innovations. Laboratories are some of the most resource-intensive spaces in any industry, but they don't have to be. By introducing a new perspective and proven best practices within a carefully crafted framework, My Green Lab has inspired tens of thousands of scientists and lab professionals to make positive changes in their labs by reducing the environmental impact of their work. My Green Lab Certification The world's most trusted green lab certification, guiding scientists and lab teams toward actionable sustainability practices. Supported by third-party verification from Impact Laboratories, My Green Lab Certification has engaged 3,800 labs in 50 countries reaching over 42,000 scientists (as of early 2025). My Green Lab ACT Ecolabel The first ecolabel for lab equipment and supplies that provides transparent, third-party verified data to help scientists and procurement teams make sustainable choices. Forty companies and 1,500 products currently have an ACT Ecolabel, with third-party verification provided by SMS Collaborative.
Associated Press
30-01-2025
- Health
- Associated Press
Advancing Laboratory Sustainability: My Green Lab Launches Certification 2.0
SAN DIEGO, January 30, 2025 /3BL/ - My Green Lab, the global nonprofit organization advancing the sustainability of laboratory research, is proud to announce the launch of My Green Lab® Certification 2.0. This enhanced certification program sets a new standard for sustainability in science, featuring advanced tools and resources designed to drive measurable environmental and financial impact in laboratories worldwide. Updates to the program include third-party verification, streamlined engagement surveys, and an integrated Impact Estimator tool. Recognized by the United Nations Race to Zero campaign as a key measure for progress toward a zero-carbon future, and recommended by the U.S. EPA, My Green Lab Certification is the world's most trusted green lab certification. The latest updates strengthen the program's impact while enhancing its rigor, integrity, and scalability. Key features of My Green Lab Certification 2.0 include: AstraZeneca was the first organization to implement the enhanced program in October 2024, setting the stage for widespread adoption of My Green Lab Certification 2.0. With today's official launch, My Green Lab Certification 2.0 is now ready to deliver measurable environmental and financial outcomes across the scientific community. 'The enhancements to our certification program reflect My Green Lab's commitment to continuous improvement and our dedication to empowering labs to lead the charge in environmental sustainability,' said James Connelly, CEO of My Green Lab. 'With My Green Lab Certification 2.0, we're equipping labs with actionable insights within a user-friendly and powerful platform for driving meaningful change.' About My Green Lab My Green Lab® is a nonprofit environmental organization with a mission to build a global culture of sustainability in science. The organization is the world leader in developing internationally recognized sustainability standards for laboratories and laboratory products—bringing sustainability to the community responsible for the world's life-changing medical and technical innovations. Laboratories are some of the most resource-intensive spaces in any industry, but they don't have to be. By introducing a new perspective and proven best practices within a carefully crafted framework, My Green Lab has inspired tens of thousands of scientists and lab professionals to make positive changes in their labs by reducing the environmental impact of their work. My Green Lab Certification The world's most trusted green lab certification, guiding scientists and lab teams toward actionable sustainability practices. Supported by third-party verification from Impact Laboratories, My Green Lab Certification has engaged 3,800 labs in 50 countries reaching over 41,000 scientists (as of early 2025). For media requests, contact Christina Creager at [email protected].
