Sustainability takes root in medtech with new green labs course

A new 10-week microcredential from University of Galway is equipping Ireland’s medtech, pharma, and public sector labs to reduce their environmental footprint. Building on the pioneering Green Labs initiative, the course responds to the growing climate accountability of high-impact sectors by tackling energy-intensive practices — from excessive freezer use to plastic waste. 

With support from organisations like SEAI and inclusion in national strategies, sustainable lab practices are moving from fringe to foundational. This shift could redefine operational standards across life sciences.

Explore how your organisation can lead the shift to greener lab operations — read the full article.