Greenwashing isn’t just bad for the planet; it has become a major financial and reputational threat. In today’s climate-conscious economy, companies are facing increasing, and often warranted, scrutiny from regulators, consumers, and investors. Misleading or exaggerated environmental claims are no longer seen as simple marketing missteps but are now treated as legal violations that can result in multimillion-dollar fines and permanent damage to brand credibility. As regulations tighten and public expectations grow, the true cost of unsubstantiated green claims is mounting in both courtrooms, boardrooms, and the bottom lines.

Transparency in sustainability efforts is becoming increasingly vital as the consequences of greenwashing continue to escalate. In response, organizations are turning to third-party verification to strengthen the credibility of their environmental claims. Programs like My Green Lab Certification and the ACT Ecolabel support this movement by providing structured, science-based frameworks for assessing and improving sustainability performance.

What Is Greenwashing and Why Is It Risky?

Greenwashing refers to the practice of misleading consumers or stakeholders about the environmental benefits of a product, service, or organization. Whether it involves overstating the recyclability of packaging or promoting unverified emissions reductions, the goal is often to appear more sustainable than the facts support.

This type of messaging undermines both scientific integrity and consumer trust. Today, the public expects more than vague green language. People want real, measurable action from the brands and institutions they support.

As market pressure grows to meet environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals, some organizations may overstate progress in an attempt to stay competitive. What might once have been dismissed as optimistic marketing is now being treated by regulators as a serious violation of consumer protection laws. The consequences can include significant financial penalties and long-term damage to credibility.

The Real-World Cost of Waiting: High-Profile Enforcement Examples

Recent enforcement cases highlight the real risks for companies across industries as greenwashing becomes much more than a hypothetical concern.

In Germany, Deutsche Bank’s investment arm, DWS, was fined $27 million in 2025 for overstating its ESG credentials. Regulators determined that the company’s claims did not reflect its actual practices. This case is a clear example of how even large, well-resourced institutions are not immune from accountability.

Another example of consequences related to greenwashing involves Coca-Cola, which agreed to revise bottle labels after the European Consumer Organisation (BEUC) raised concerns about potentially misleading language. Phrases such as “100% recycled” and “recyclable” were challenged as unclear or inaccurate. Even though this case did not result in financial penalties, it underscores how public and legal scrutiny is growing around environmental messaging. For brands, it’s a reminder that misleading claims, even if well-intentioned, can damage trust and require costly rebranding or legal defense.

Clorox Australia was fined AUD $8.25 million for making false environmental claims about its GLAD-branded kitchen products. The company advertised its bin liners as being made from “50% ocean plastic,” when in reality, the plastic had been collected from inland areas near waterways, not the ocean. This marked one of the most significant penalties for greenwashing in the country and reinforced the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s (ACCC) focus on environmental marketing compliance.

The pattern is clear: the cost of unsubstantiated or misleading environmental claims is rising rapidly, while the cost of third-party verification represents a fraction of potential penalties.

Regulatory Landscape: The Tide Is Turning

As these examples demonstrate, governments around the world are introducing stricter oversight of environmental claims. In Canada, significant amendments to the Competition Act took effect in June 2024, explicitly targeting greenwashing by requiring companies to substantiate environmental claims with “adequate and proper” testing or “internationally recognized methodology,” shifting the burden of proof onto advertisers. The Competition Bureau has since issued comprehensive guidelines clarifying expectations under these new provisions.

France has also strengthened its regulatory position. The Anti-Waste and Circular Economy Law (Loi AGEC) prohibits misleading sustainability claims, bans vague terms like “biodegradable” on packaging, and promotes transparency through mandatory product labeling.

Brazil also addresses greenwashing through its Consumer Protection Code, which prohibits misleading advertising, while self-regulatory oversight by the National Council for Self-Regulation in Advertising (CONAR) enforces penalties and removal of environmentally misleading ads.

These changes reflect a growing global trend of legal frameworks evolving to demand greater accountability and accuracy. Companies everywhere are being put on notice that sustainability messaging must be backed by verifiable evidence.

The Hidden Cost of Inaction: Reputational Risk

Regulatory fines are costly, but reputational damage from greenwashing can be even more significant. Research published in Emerald Insight shows that greenwashing damages consumer trust and corporate reputation, ultimately affecting customer loyalty, investor confidence, and employee retention. Once public trust is lost, it can take years, and substantial investment, to rebuild.

Calculating the ROI of Sustainability

While some companies may hesitate to invest in verified sustainability, the return on investment is clear, especially when compared to the exponentially higher risk of doing nothing.

Consider the math: the average regulatory fine for greenwashing violations is 4% of global revenue, and in some cases, up to 10%, in addition to the potential loss of consumer trust, investor hesitation, and long-term brand damage.

In contrast, growing evidence highlights how companies that invest in sustainability often see improved operational efficiency, risk mitigation, and access to capital, as recently discussed in The Wall Street Journal and the Harvard Business Review. Additionally, NYU’s Stern Center for Sustainable Business offers the ROSI (Return on Sustainability Investment) framework, which links sustainability strategies to measurable financial performance by mapping intangible benefits, like innovation, employee engagement, and customer loyalty, to economic outcomes.

Other estimates highlight the macroeconomic cost of inaction: according to Sphera, climate inaction could result in an 18% loss of global GDP by 2050. On the company level, sustainability investments consistently outperform over time. These returns are realized not only in energy, water, and cost savings, but in increased resilience, stronger stakeholder relationships, and higher employee retention.
In today’s climate, the cost of doing nothing may be the most expensive decision of all.

Transparency Is a Smart Investment

The return on investment from a verified sustainability program often pays for itself within the first year through operational improvements alone:

Through My Green Lab Certification, AstraZeneca reduced energy use by more than 1.2 million kilowatt-hours, cut 900 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions, and is saving over $300,000 annually.
At the University of Alabama at Birmingham, labs saved an average of 35,000 kilowatt-hours per year, cutting over 34,000 kg of waste, the equivalent of powering 75 U.S. homes.

In Germany, the Technical University of Berlin lowered its energy use by 35% and saved nearly €15,000 each year, delivering a 30x ROI.

These results demonstrate that sustainability is not just good for the planet, it’s a practical and profitable strategy that quickly justifies its initial investment.
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Here’s how third-party verification directly eliminates regulatory risk: My Green Lab Certification and the ACT Ecolabel provide the science backing and transparency that regulators now demand. Instead of making claims you can’t substantiate, these programs give you verifiable data and credible credentials that protect you against legal challenges. When regulators ask for proof, you have it. When competitors make questionable claims, your third-party verifications set you apart. Both programs are recommended by credible institutions like the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and offer assurance to organizations and protection against misleading claims.

Building a Culture of Verified Impact

For organizations concerned about upfront costs, the critical question isn’t whether you can afford third-party verification, it’s whether you can afford not to invest in it. What’s the cost of inaction? As the above examples illustrate, it can be substantial. The financial and reputational costs of misleading environmental claims far exceed the investment in credible sustainability programs.

A credible sustainability strategy protects against fines, supports stakeholder trust, and drives measurable improvements in efficiency. Most importantly, verified programs typically generate cost savings that offset initial investments within months, not years. A transparent sustainability strategy isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s a smart business move.

By embracing verified programs like My Green Lab Certification and the ACT Ecolabel, businesses can lead with integrity and show that their sustainability claims are more than just words. They are actions that deliver measurable results and financial returns.

The Path Forward

The financial, legal, and reputational costs of greenwashing are growing. Fortunately, they are entirely avoidable. Companies that invest in credible sustainability practices will be better positioned to navigate tightening regulations and increasing public scrutiny, while also saving money in the process.
The choice is increasingly clear: invest now in verified transparency with strategies that provide the structure, guidance, and credibility you need or risk paying far more down the road.

Ready to explore how verified sustainability can protect your reputation while improving your bottom line? Visit the links below to learn how My Green Lab can support your sustainability goals:

My Green Lab is proud to announce that our Converge Supplier Initiative has been endorsed by the Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Initiative (PSCI). This endorsement from PSCI—the leading membership association for pharmaceutical and healthcare companies united to deliver responsible value chains—underscores growing momentum across the pharmaceutical industry to reduce supply chain (Scope 3) emissions and foster more sustainable lab operations.

The Converge Supplier Initiative is a unique industry collaboration designed to support pharmaceutical suppliers—including Contract Research Organizations (CROs), Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs), and Contract Development & Manufacturing Organizations (CDMOs)—in achieving My Green Lab® Certification. This certification framework enables suppliers to reduce environmental impact, cut energy and water use, lower costs, and align lab operations with corporate sustainability goals.

Leading pharmaceutical companies, including AbbVie, Amgen, AstraZeneca, Bristol Myers Squibb, GSK, MilliporeSigma, Takeda, and UCB, have not only walked the talk by implementing My Green Lab Certification in their own labs to drive down emissions, but also have joined forces to educate and empower their outsourced research partners through the Converge Supplier Initiative. To date, over 147 supplier organizations have joined the initiative, with 32 already completing pilot certifications.

“The research supply chain represents a significant portion of the pharmaceutical industry’s environmental footprint,” said James Connelly, CEO of My Green Lab. “This endorsement by PSCI reinforces the power of collaborative action and positions the Converge Supplier Initiative as a proven, scalable solution for driving impact reduction on the ground in the labs across the industry.”

PSCI unites pharmaceutical and healthcare companies to advance responsible supply chain practices and drive improved safety, environmental, and social outcomes across the global value chain. Together, PSCI and My Green Lab are aligned in their vision for a more sustainable and collaborative future in science.

“Bristol Myers Squibb is excited to see two important relationships come together with PSCI and Converge. With Converge providing a hands-on, practical approach for suppliers with lab operations to address their footprint through My Green Lab Certification, it dovetails well with PSCI’s drive to see the adoption of sustainable practices in pharmaceutical supply chains. This partnership can accelerate the critical need for pharmaceutical supply chains to reduce their footprint while continuing their missions of delivering for patients,” said Devin Carsdale, Associate Director of Sustainability at Bristol Myers Squibb and PSCI Decarbonization Team Co-Lead.

“We proudly operate 17 labs globally, all of which have achieved My Green Lab Certification,” said Bill Sterling, Senior Director of Global Environmental Health and Safety, IQVIA Laboratories. “The My Green Lab program has been instrumental in fostering a culture of sustainability and engaging employees at all sites. It helps support our mission to accelerate innovation for a healthier world and features prominently in our annual sustainability report.”

PSCI’s endorsement also supports the broader United Nations-backed Race to Zero campaign, which calls for 95% of participating organizations’ laboratories globally to achieve My Green Lab Certification at the highest ‘Green’ Level by 2030, a critical milestone in the path of net-zero emissions in science.

We are thrilled to announce the launch of 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.

Scientists and procurement specialists are placing greater emphasis on environmentally responsible purchasing decisions, and manufacturers are stepping up to meet the demand. For KNAUER, sustainability is not a new trend–it’s a tenet of the organization that is built into its processes and products. This commitment has earned KNAUER’s HPLC systems the lowest Environmental Impact Factor (EIF) score in the My Green Lab® ACT® Ecolabel database (as of January 2025).

The ACT Ecolabel provides third-party verified information about the environmental impact of laboratory products, helping drive smarter and more sustainable purchasing. It enables manufacturers to demonstrate Accountability, Consistency, and Transparency (ACT) by evaluating materials, manufacturing process, recyclability, energy and water consumption, durability, and manufacturing location. With over 2,000 products currently listed, the ACT database helps labs and procurement specialists make informed, sustainability-aligned choices while motivating manufacturers to enhance their products’ environmental performance.

This recommendation reinforces the integrity and transparency of My Green Lab’s standard development process, and the high-quality and rigor of our certification and ecolabel programs.

We are thrilled to announce the recommendation of both My Green Lab Certification and the ACT Ecolabel Program into the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Environmentally Preferable Purchasing (EPP) Program! This mark of distinction from EPA highlights the credibility of our programs and their alignment with international best practices.
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EPA’s Recommendations of Specifications, Standards, and Ecolabels help federal purchasers identify and procure environmentally preferable products and services. Federal purchasers are directed in Executive Order 14057 on Catalyzing American Clean Energy Industries and Jobs through Federal Sustainability, the Federal Sustainability Plan, and subpart 23.1 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation to procure products and services meeting the Recommendations to meet net-zero emissions and other procurement goals. Alignment with federal sustainability goals demonstrates that My Green Lab Certification and the ACT Ecolabel Program meet the highest international standards, driving meaningful progress toward reducing the environmental impact of scientific research.

“EPA’s recommendation is a powerful validation of our work at My Green Lab,” said James Connelly, CEO of My Green Lab. “This distinction affirms the integrity of our programs and their critical role in reducing the environmental impact of laboratories and laboratory products. With EPA’s support, we are one step closer to making green labs the global standard.”

Driving Global Momentum of Green Labs

This independent review by one of the world’s most recognized environmental authorities affirms that both My Green Lab’s standard development process and criteria adhere to best practices for environmental certifications.

My Green Lab Certification is considered the gold standard for laboratory sustainability best practices around the world. Supported by third-party verification from Impact Laboratories, My Green Lab Certification has engaged 3,450 labs in 50 countries reaching over 41,000 scientists. ​

The ACT Ecolabel provides transparent, third-party verified data about the environmental impact of laboratory products. By offering clear information on product sustainability, the ACT Ecolabel empowers procurement teams and scientists to make informed, sustainable choices. The ACT Ecolabel database includes 3,400 labels from 40 manufacturers.

This recommendation from EPA not only reinforces the value of our programs but also reflects the growing global momentum toward sustainable practices in scientific research. As the demand for environmental best practices in laboratories continues to rise, My Green Lab is committed to driving sustainability worldwide.

In the ever-evolving landscape of scientific research, balancing groundbreaking discoveries with sustainable practices is critical, as labs are resource-intensive spaces with significant environmental impacts. Envision a world where every laboratory operates at peak efficiency, not just in its research but in its commitment to sustainability. Achieving this vision begins with one crucial element: education.

In the realm of lab sustainability, knowledge isn’t just power – it’s the engine that drives meaningful change. Educating professionals within the scientific sector about sustainability is essential because it empowers them to make informed decisions that reduce waste, conserve resources, and lower carbon footprints.

As the first program of its kind, the My Green Lab Accredited Professional (AP) Program offers the knowledge and know-how to bring sustainability best practices to life in the lab.

Comprehensive Lab Sustainability Education

“Knowing that inefficient laboratories can consume ten times more energy, produce significantly more single-use waste, and use four times more water than commercial buildings, it was obvious where to focus… but how?” asked Accredited Professional (AP) Tolga Berk, Senior Consultant at Waldner. “The AP program provided the perfect answer, offering a well-structured framework, clear guidance on what can be done, and content of available programs to support scientists on their journey to a sustainable future.”

The My Green Lab AP Program is a comprehensive course designed to deepen your understanding of various sustainable lab topics. The program covers six critical areas of lab sustainability, each explored in-depth through dedicated modules including Waste, Water, Energy, Procurement, Engagement, and Green Chemistry. Through an interactive virtual format, participants gain access to expert content developed by leading professionals in the field, emphasizing practical tools and takeaways.

Designed for scientists and people who support or work with laboratories, there are no prerequisites for becoming a My Green Lab AP. With nearly 150 My Green Lab APs (as of July 2024), the program fosters a global network of sustainability leaders dedicated to transforming laboratory operations and promoting a greener future.

From Waste Management to Financial Savings: Insights from My Green Lab Accredited Professionals

Implementing the knowledge learned from the My Green Lab AP program has led to cost savings, efficiency improvements, and more. Since implementing sustainable practices, “The biggest area of improvement has been managing our various waste streams, be it either reducing, reusing, or recycling,” shares Chris Underwood, Laboratory Technical Manager at Affinity Water. “Nitrile gloves, plastic bottles, pipette tips and boxes, food waste, and glass have all been looked at and substantial improvements made,” he continues.

The program has also helped drive substantial financial savings through enhanced energy efficiency. Tolga Berk highlighted the benefits of optimizing HVAC systems and reducing energy consumption, noting, “By working with labs aiming for My Green Lab certification or energy efficiency, we achieved up to 40% HVAC optimization and a 30% reduction in energy usage from infrastructure and plug loads. By converting lighting systems from fluorescent to LED, we saved approximately 75,000 EUR per building annually.”

Building a culture of sustainability within the lab is crucial for maintaining long term progress, as emphasized throughout the program. Triumvirate Environmental’s EHS Consultant Kiersten Dinda highlighted the importance of fostering enthusiasm and creating a dedicated team: “Once you initiate engagement and involve individuals onsite, it enhances the work environment as others become motivated. By demonstrating the potential changes and long-term benefits to those individuals, their enthusiasm grows. While introducing changes can initially be challenging, establishing a core group of sustainability advocates onsite can possibly expedite the process of implementing change and keeping that motivation alive.”

The Professional and Community Impact of the My Green Lab AP Program

The My Green Lab AP Program has had a profound impact on the professional development and community outreach efforts of many APs. Andy Cooley, Global Sustainability Lead at PerkinElmer, notes “Obtaining this accreditation is important for establishing myself as a credible sustainability professional. This external recognition enhances my professional profile and enables me to contribute effectively to the sustainable laboratory community.”

Chris Underwood elaborates, “More and more people want to work for a company that has sustainability credentials. I recently interviewed someone for a role that was attracted to the position because of the green credentials gained through the accredited professional and certification programs.”

Additionally, the program has proven valuable for educational and outreach activities. Mary Sekiya, Chief Technical Officer and Laboratory Manager at University College Dublin, shared, “The accreditation has provided a wealth of information that I can draw on for presentations and outreach events. I was able to use information on energy consumption of low-temperature freezers in an interactive sustainability quiz I presented at a recent graduate student symposium.”

Through education, practical guidance, and a focus on impactful action, the program continues to drive meaningful change in the lab environment.

A Program for All Professionals

Completing the My Green Lab AP Program not only equips you with a robust understanding of lab sustainability but also offers industry recognition that can be invaluable for career advancement. It demonstrates expertise and commitment to sustainable practices, enhancing professional credibility and positioning APs as leaders in the field of lab sustainability.

The AP program’s comprehensive approach to sustainability benefits a wide range of professionals, as emphasized by Tolga Berk: “After completing the program, I can easily say that the accreditation is not just designed for laboratories and their scientists. It is a comprehensive program that offers valuable insights for a wide range of professionals, including procurement managers, health and safety experts, facility managers, project managers, and even service providers like me.”

As most scientists and lab experts would agree, laboratories demand substantial resources and have a considerable ecological footprint. To put it in perspective, labs generate an astonishing 12 billion pounds (5.5 billion kg) of plastic waste annually and consume ten times the energy and four times the water compared to typical office spaces. Amidst this impact, there is a pressing need for innovative solutions to mitigate the environmental consequences. The products used in laboratories greatly contribute to this environmental impact, emphasizing the urgency for sustainable alternatives in lab practices and materials.

In an effort to improve their environmental footprint, scientists and procurement specialists are actively seeking a solution to support making smarter and more sustainable purchases, achieve their environmental goals, and meet carbon commitments. The Solution: The ACT Environmental Impact Factor Label.

To transform sustainability in the laboratory product market, the groundbreaking ACT Eco Label Program from My Green Lab provides third-party verified information about the environmental impact of laboratory products. This independent analysis supports product Accountability, Consistency, and Transparency (ACT), allowing manufacturers to effectively communicate the sustainability attributes and impacts of their products and support smarter, more informed purchases by laboratories.

With an ACT Eco Label, manufacturers demonstrate accountability for the environmental impact of their product and their dedication to reducing that impact. An ACT-labeled product also demonstrates a manufacturer’s willingness to evaluate products with a consistent, industry-standardized method, and to transparently provide details of the product’s materials, manufacturing process, recyclability, energy and water consumption, durability, and manufacturing location. The ACT Eco Label clearly and effectively simplifies the process of selecting more sustainable products.

The ACT Eco Label Evaluation Categories 

To provide in-depth, verified, and useful information, the ACT Eco Label Program evaluation process looks at all aspects of a product’s life cycle, measuring a variety of criteria that results in the most comprehensive eco label for life science products.

Like a Nutrition Facts Label for laboratory products, the ACT Eco Label communicates the complex environmental impact information for a product in an easy-to-understand format. Criteria for the ACT Eco Label were developed by industry experts including scientists, sustainability experts, procurement specialists, and manufacturers. Environmental Impact Factor (EIF) criteria in the ACT Eco Label fall into a variety of categories that are evaluated during the auditing process, including:

1. The Manufacturing Categories – Some examples of criteria assessed in these categories include how the factory uses energy, uses water, and reduces waste, whether there are appropriate environmental management systems in place, and if the factory is using fossil fuel-based energy or energy from renewable sources.

2. The Product and Packaging Content Subcategories – Examples of information assessed in these criteria include the material content of the product and the type of packaging the product uses.  

3. The User Impact Categories – Examples of criteria assessed in these categories include if and how much energy and water the product uses per day, if the product is single-use or multi-use, and the expected lifetime of the product.

4. The End-of-Life Categories – Examples of criteria assessed in this category include if the product will end up in a landfill or materials can be recycled, and if the manufacturer supports recycling or second-life uses.  

​Each of the impact factors described here contributes to the environmental footprint of the product. By auditing and evaluating these product attributes to the ACT Eco Label Standard, My Green Lab helps manufacturers consider, measure, and drive continuous improvement in these factors, resulting in companies providing more sustainable products for laboratories.

Independent auditor SMS Collaborative (SMSC) has extensive experience evaluating products to the ACT Eco Label Standard, a process that provides clear, third-party verified information about the environmental impact of laboratory products.

The ACT Environmental Impact Factor Label was designed by My Green Lab to address the need of both scientists and procurement specialists for clear, third-party verified information about the environmental impact of laboratory products. By emphasizing Accountability, Consistency, and Transparency (ACT) around manufacturing, energy and water use, packaging, and end-of-life, ACT makes it easy to choose more sustainable products.

Thermo Fisher Scientific recently completed the process of labeling 207 of their Ultra Low Temperature Freezers totaling 621 labels through the My Green Lab ACT label program! As our biggest ACT label project to date, we’re proud to partner with Thermo Fisher Scientific to continue building a culture of sustainability in science with an organization that has environmental sustainability at the forefront of their mission. 

The opportunity to reduce the environmental impact of labs through smarter purchases is tremendous. We spoke with Thermo Fisher Scientific to learn more about their journey with the ACT label. Throughout the six month process, Thermo Fisher Scientific was able to solidify their commitment to sustainability, helped instill a culture of sustainability throughout their organization, and better connect with their customers. 

​​”ACT labelling our portfolio helped us understand the myriad of ways our products can help our customers achieve their sustainability goals. Plus, we can point customers to the ACT label database for scores and provide helpful insights to how the scores were generated – both of which will allow customers to make informed decisions when purchasing equipment.”

​Read on to learn more about Thermo Fisher Scientific’s journey with My Green Lab’s ACT label.

We’re proud to announce new updates including a fully searchable database to the ACT Label Website!

The ACT Label, which stands for Accountability, Consistency, and Transparency, offers labs the opportunity to reduce their environmental impact by making smarter purchases, with clear, third-party verified information about the impact of lab products. The ACT Label provides transparency around manufacturing, energy and water use, packaging, and end of life, helping you better understand the impact of the products your lab is purchasing.

Recent updates to the ACT Label will now make it even easier to choose the most sustainable products for your lab. Our brand new ACT database is fully searchable and fully filterable. The database allows you to search for products by name, category, or keyword, as well as filter products by their environmental impact score. This new user experience allows you to learn more about our over 485 ACT Labeled products that span across 10 manufactures.

The new database will allow you to compare products before purchasing something new, or evaluate the impact of a product your lab is already using.

The updated website also offers other features including the option to export product search results into an excel template for ease of reviewing, and new, easier to read label designs, which are also downloadable.

On the backend, this new database will allow My Green Lab to grow the ACT Label program. “These updates will allow us to dramatically scale up the program, and we expect to have 2,000+ ACT Labels by Q2 this year,” says James Connelly, CEO of My Green Lab. “As ACT becomes the global standard around the world, our new database will also be able to fully integrate into procurement databases, helping drive the adoption of more environmentally friendly products in labs, in support of our mission to build a culture of sustainability in science,” continues Connelly.

Visiting the ACT Website will help you understand the ins and outs of the ACT Program. Whether you want to search the database for products in your lab, or you’re a manufacturer who would like to get their product labeled, the new website will help you start your ACT journey.