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Harvard University Green Labs Guide Energy use varies widely across the University from energy-dense laboratories to o ?ces to student houses each posing very di ?erent challenges in reducing our emissions ??yet the problem belongs to all of us -jeremy bloxham dean of science faculty of arts and sciences GREEN HARVARD EDU LABS CThe Harvard O ?ce for Sustainability ? s Green Labs Program works with researchers sta ? faculty and building managers to envision and implement sustainable practices and technologies that increase e ?ciency reduce energy use and conserve resources in lab buildings across the campus Our goal is to expand the concept of the campus as a ??living lab ? by utilizing the passion of Harvard ? s laboratory community to operate greener more sustainable labs that serve as a model for others inside and outside the University Because of the resource intensity of research in labs and the unique conditions in each individual lab sustainability is approached at the lab- speci ?c level in addition to a building-wide perspective The Green Labs Program supports several campaigns and initiatives that contribute to Harvard ? s goals and commitments to confront the challenges of climate change While working in the lab please be mindful of how your actions can contribute to the University ? s e ?orts Visit green harvard edu labs or email energy fas harvard edu or sustainability hms harvard edu to learn how you can help CSAVE ENERGY Shut fume hoods when not in use Turn o ? lights when leaving a room Label equipment with ??turn me o ? ? stickers Turn o ? small appliances when not in use Explore purchasing an energy e ?cient incentivized Ultra Low Temperature ULT freezer Use a power strip so that groups of appliances can be powered down when not in use Keep appliances and frequently used equipment on a routine timer schedule Turn o ? computers or put in standby hibernate mode at the end of each day If you are interested in unique opportunities to reduce energy in your lab or have questions please contact energy fas harvard edu or sustainability hms harvard edu CREDUCE WASTE Clarify lab and o ?ce recycling procedures label bins and hang signage Participate in and donate to a lab freecycle or the Green Labs Reuse Room Recycle equipment that is broken or has reached the end of its usable life Properly collect and recycle electronic waste e-waste Set up double sided printing as the default setting on all computers Place a scrap paper bin near the printer s Set up a composting bin in break room where possible and assign a composting captain Collect water puri ?cation cartridges for recycling through takeback program Minimize hazardous waste by applying Green Chemistry concepts to your research Report maintenance issues to Building Manager ASAP If you are interested in unique opportunities to reduce waste in your lab or have questions please contact energy fas harvard edu or sustainability hms harvard edu CMAINTAIN EQUIPMENT