Resources and Materials

These resources will help you improve the sustainability impacts of your lab.

Set up a LEAF team

Got a question about LEAF, find the answer here.

Infographic introducing LEAF, including some of the programme's benefits and actions.

Infographic poster identfying 10 ways to reduce plastic in labs.

Infographic poster identfying 12 principles of green chemistry.

A prompt to remind staff and students to keep the sash closed.

A fund to facilitate the procurement of energy efficient equipment.

Guidance on applying for UCL's equipment efficiency fund.

A poster to show which items can go in non-hazardous lab recycling bins at UCL.

Helps track leftover chemicals or samples from departing staff/students (requires enforcement).

A short guide to introduce new staff/students on how to lead a sustainable lab.

Stickers to remind people to switch off. Email UCL Sustainability for print-outs.

A shut-down checklist for staff (tailor to your lab).

Tips on purchasing best value and quality equipment.

Guidance on sustainable lab consumable use, focused on reducing single-use plastics in science. Word version here.

A resource to help you set up a sustainable labs programme

See what others are saying about LEAF in the media

Please email Martin Farley for print-outs and advice on sustainable labs.